Classroom Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; Bolton le Sands; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Upper Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant for a primary school in Bolton. The role involves supporting Year 5 and 6 pupils, assisting in literacy and numeracy, and helping with SATs preparation. The ideal candidate should have experience with KS2 children, strong communication skills, and a proactive attitude. Benefits include a long-term position with consistent hours, weekly pay, and access to training opportunities.

Benefits

Weekly PAYE pay

No umbrella company involvement

Access to training and CPD opportunities

Support from a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Experience working with older primary pupils.
• Ability to support learning across different subjects.
• Committed to maintaining a long-term role.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in Years 5 and 6.
• Assist with literacy and numeracy interventions.
• Work with small groups to improve attainment.
• Support SATs preparation when needed.
• Encourage positive learning behaviours.

Skills

Experience in KS2

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive attitude

Job description

Teaching Assistant – Upper Key Stage 2

Bolton Primary School

Are you confident supporting older primary pupils? Do you enjoy helping children prepare for the transition to secondary school?

Tradewind Recruitment are currently recruiting for an Upper KS2 Teaching Assistant to work in a friendly primary school in Bolton.

The Role

• Supporting pupils in Years 5 and 6
• Assisting with literacy and numeracy interventions
• Working with small groups to raise attainment
• Supporting SATs preparation where required
• Encouraging independence and positive learning behaviours

Ideal Candidate

• Experience in KS2 or confidence working with older pupils
• A proactive and enthusiastic attitude
• Strong communication and organisation skills
• Ability to support learning across the curriculum
• Committed to a long‑term position

Benefits

• Long‑term role with consistency through the academic year
• Weekly PAYE pay
• No umbrella company involvement
• Access to training and CPD opportunities
• Support from a dedicated Tradewind consultant