Teaching Assistant

Are you a Level 3 qualified Teaching Assistant with previous experience working in a mainstream primary school? Are you looking for a full-time role where you can build your classroom experience and make a real difference to pupils?

We currently have a range of opportunities available, including mainstream classroom-based TA roles and 1:1 SEN support positions.

The roles

Our vacancies vary depending on the needs of each school, but may include:

• Working alongside the class teacher to support the delivery of lessons and classroom activities.
• Providing targeted 1:1 support to pupils with additional needs.
• Supporting pupils with SEN throughout lessons, transitions, break times and other parts of the school day.
• Delivering small-group and individual interventions.
• Supporting pupils with their learning, communication, behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Helping to create an inclusive and positive learning environment.
• Working closely with teachers and other school staff to ensure pupils receive appropriate support.

All of our vacancies are based within mainstream primary schools, although SEN support will form part of every role.

What we're looking for

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification – essential.
• Your Level 3 qualification must have included a school/classroom-based placement.
• Previous experience working within a mainstream primary school – essential.
• A genuine passion for supporting children and helping them achieve their potential.
• Confidence supporting pupils with a range of additional needs.
• A reliable, proactive and flexible approach.
• Ability to commit to a full-time, long-term position.
• Willingness to travel to schools that may be up to 45 minutes by public transport or 20 minutes by car.

Working hours

Monday – Friday | 8:30am – 3:30pm

Start date: September 2026

These are long-term opportunities, providing the chance to become an established member of a school team and gain valuable experience within a mainstream primary setting.

Apply ASAP for a September start!

With September fast approaching, we are encouraging suitable candidates to apply as soon as possible. This will give us enough time to complete the necessary checks and clearance so you are ready to start your new role at the beginning of the academic year.

If you're a Level 3 qualified TA with mainstream primary experience and are looking for a full-time role from September, we'd love to hear from you

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.
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