Teaching Assistant

Posted 04/11/26
Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, East of England
£95 - £110 per day
Starts: ASAP
About the Role
A respected school is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to enrich its vibrant primary learning environment, commencing as soon as possible. This pivotal role involves providing essential general classroom support to pupils, alongside offering targeted assistance for those with special educational needs. We are looking for flexible individuals eager to contribute, with opportunities spanning daily supply, short-term, long-term, and even permanent engagements, offering a competitive daily rate ranging from £95 to £110.

Key Responsibilities
* Support pupils across the primary age range with their academic and personal development.
* Assist the class teacher in managing classroom activities and maintaining a positive atmosphere.
* Deliver one-to-one and small group interventions, including focused support for SEN pupils.
* Prepare and organise learning resources, ensuring a stimulating and accessible environment.
* Contribute to the assessment and tracking of pupil progress under teacher guidance.
* Promote positive behaviour and social skills, fostering an inclusive school community.

About You
* You possess prior experience supporting children within a primary school setting.
* A genuine passion for fostering the holistic development of young learners is essential.
* You demonstrate excellent communication skills, building rapport with pupils, staff, and parents.
* An adaptable and proactive approach allows you to thrive in a dynamic educational environment.
* You are a collaborative team player, eager to contribute positively to school life.
* A strong understanding of safeguarding principles and practices is paramount.

Why Join
Join a supportive and welcoming school community where your contributions will genuinely make a difference to children's lives. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your career within an engaging primary setting, working alongside dedicated professionals who are committed to excellence. You will play a crucial part in shaping young minds and supporting their journey towards success.

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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