Primary Teaching Assistant

An Opportunity to Make a Real Impact

We are looking for a caring and enthusiastic Primary Teaching Assistant to join a highly supportive and nurturing educational setting in Wareham. This is a full-time role with an immediate start, offering primary-focused opportunities while supporting pupils aged 4 to 16 within a setting that places wellbeing, engagement and individual progress at the centre of learning.

Working hours are 8.45am to 3.30pm.

Why This Setting Is a Great Place to Work

• A welcoming, inclusive and child-centred environment

• Strong focus on positive relationships and personal development

• Small class sizes allowing meaningful one-to-one support

• Supportive leadership team and collaborative staff culture

• A setting that genuinely values and supports its staff

Your Role

• Support pupils with learning and daily routines

• Provide one-to-one and small group assistance in the classroom

• Encourage confidence, engagement and independence

• Help maintain a calm, safe and positive learning environment

• Work closely with teachers and support staff

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 6 months of childcare experience, particularly supporting children with SEN needs

• Patient, nurturing and adaptable approach

• Commitment to full-time work

• Understanding of safeguarding and pupil wellbeing

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive hourly rate of £13.75 per hour

• Dedicated education consultant for ongoing support

• Free CPD and training opportunities

• Access to long-term and permanent education roles

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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