Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Primary Schools in Grays
Contract: Full-Time / Part-Time – Short-Term, Long-Term, or Permanent Opportunities
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Role:
We are looking for dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to support pupils and teachers in a well-reputed school in Grays. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the classroom, whether you’re seeking short-term flexibility or a long-term/permanent position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.

• Provide targeted support to individual pupils or small groups, including those with additional learning needs.

• Help maintain a positive, safe, and stimulating learning environment.

• Assist with classroom management, behaviour, and organisation.

• Encourage and motivate pupils to reach their full potential.

• Contribute to wider school life and activities where required.

What We Offer:

• Flexible opportunities to suit your availability – short-term, long-term, or permanent.

• Competitive pay based on experience and responsibilities.

• The chance to work in a supportive, friendly, and well-established school in Grays.

• Ongoing professional development and training.

Requirements:

• Previous experience working with children (school-based experience desirable).

• A genuine passion for supporting teaching and learning.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, staff, and parents.

• A valid Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

How to Apply:
If you are passionate about education and want to play a key role in supporting pupils in Grays, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to join our team of valued Teaching Assistants and take the next step in your career

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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