Teaching Assistant
Posted 16/04/26About the Role
Are you ready to embrace a pivotal challenge in shaping young minds and contributing to a dynamic learning environment? A supportive school is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to provide essential support across its primary phase. This role offers the opportunity to make a tangible difference daily, assisting pupils on their educational journey and collaborating closely with class teachers. Whether you're seeking the stability of a long-term position, the flexibility of daily supply, or a short-term engagement with potential for permanency, this is an excellent chance to apply your skills and passion for education within a nurturing setting.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide invaluable classroom support to the lead teacher, ensuring a productive learning atmosphere.
• Assist individual pupils and small groups with their learning tasks, adapting approaches to meet diverse needs.
• Help prepare engaging learning materials and maintain an organised classroom environment.
• Monitor pupil progress and behaviour, reporting observations effectively to the class teacher.
• Support pupils with special educational needs, fostering an inclusive and accessible learning experience.
• Supervise pupils during break times and school trips, promoting safety and positive social interactions.
About You
• Possess a genuine passion for working with primary-aged children and supporting their development.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building rapport with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Exhibit adaptability and resilience, thriving in a fast-paced educational setting.
• Hold a relevant qualification or have proven experience as a Teaching Assistant in a primary school.
• Show initiative and a proactive approach to supporting classroom activities and pupil welfare.
• Be committed to continuous professional development and contributing positively to a school community.
Why Join
Joining this supportive school means becoming part of a team dedicated to pupil success and staff well-being. You will receive opportunities for professional growth and the chance to truly impact young lives daily. This role offers a rewarding environment where your contributions are valued, and your skills are continuously developed, fostering a sense of purpose and achievement.
Are you ready to embrace a pivotal challenge in shaping young minds and contributing to a dynamic learning environment? A supportive school is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to provide essential support across its primary phase. This role offers the opportunity to make a tangible difference daily, assisting pupils on their educational journey and collaborating closely with class teachers. Whether you're seeking the stability of a long-term position, the flexibility of daily supply, or a short-term engagement with potential for permanency, this is an excellent chance to apply your skills and passion for education within a nurturing setting.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide invaluable classroom support to the lead teacher, ensuring a productive learning atmosphere.
• Assist individual pupils and small groups with their learning tasks, adapting approaches to meet diverse needs.
• Help prepare engaging learning materials and maintain an organised classroom environment.
• Monitor pupil progress and behaviour, reporting observations effectively to the class teacher.
• Support pupils with special educational needs, fostering an inclusive and accessible learning experience.
• Supervise pupils during break times and school trips, promoting safety and positive social interactions.
About You
• Possess a genuine passion for working with primary-aged children and supporting their development.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building rapport with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Exhibit adaptability and resilience, thriving in a fast-paced educational setting.
• Hold a relevant qualification or have proven experience as a Teaching Assistant in a primary school.
• Show initiative and a proactive approach to supporting classroom activities and pupil welfare.
• Be committed to continuous professional development and contributing positively to a school community.
Why Join
Joining this supportive school means becoming part of a team dedicated to pupil success and staff well-being. You will receive opportunities for professional growth and the chance to truly impact young lives daily. This role offers a rewarding environment where your contributions are valued, and your skills are continuously developed, fostering a sense of purpose and achievement.
Not quite the right role? We're working with a number of schools and nurseries — feel free to get in touch to discuss other current opportunities.
Dunbar Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, references, and full compliance with safer recruitment procedures. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
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