Teaching Assistant

Location: County Durham (DH7)
Start Date: ASAP / Negotiable
Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time (temporary with potential for long-term placement)
Salary: £90 – £95 per day

Teaching Personnel is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced KS1 Teaching Assistant (Level 2) to support learning within a friendly and inclusive primary school in County Durham. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate individual looking to make a difference in early education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide in-class support to pupils in Key Stage 1, working closely with the class teacher

• Assist in planning and delivering engaging learning activities

• Support individual pupils and small groups, including those with additional learning needs

• Help to maintain a positive, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment

• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff

• Promote good behaviour and encourage positive social interaction

Requirements:

• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)

• Experience supporting KS1 pupils in a school setting

• A good understanding of the KS1 curriculum and child development

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• A patient, caring and proactive approach

• Valid DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply for one through Teaching Personnel)

What Teaching Personnel Offers:

• A personal recruitment consultant to support your career goals

• Access to CPD and training opportunities

• Weekly pay, processed via PAYE

• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles

• A supportive and reliable team with strong connections to schools across County Durham

If you’re a committed Level 2 Teaching Assistant looking for your next challenge in a supportive school environment, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply, send your CV over or call us on 0191 223 5070

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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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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