Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – Bedford

Full-Time & Long-Term Opportunities | Immediate & Upcoming Starts

Are you a passionate and caring Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in the classroom? We are working closely with a range of welcoming primary schools across Northampton, seeking dedicated TAs to support pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join inclusive school communities where your support will have a meaningful impact on children’s learning, confidence, and well-being.

The Role:

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis

• Assisting the class teacher with the delivery of engaging lessons

• Supporting learning across the National Curriculum

• Helping to create a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment

• Supporting pupils with additional needs where required

The Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience working with children (school-based experience preferred)

• Passionate about supporting children’s learning and development

• Confident supporting EYFS, KS1 or KS2

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Safeguarding awareness (or willingness to complete training)

• Able to commit to full-time, long-term work

Location & Travel:

• Roles available across Northampton

• Candidates able to travel 30–40 minutes are encouraged to apply

• Accessible by public transport and car

What’s On Offer:

• Competitive weekly pay

• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

• Access to FREE CPD and safeguarding training

• Opportunities to gain long-term and permanent school placements

• A chance to make a genuine difference every day 

Interested?
Apply today or get in touch to discuss current Teaching Assistant opportunities in Northampton.

Required Documents:

• CV / application form

• Right to Work in the UK

• Proof of ID and address

• Two references

• Relevant qualifications

• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)

• Safeguarding training (or willingness to complete)

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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