Experienced Primary Teaching Assistant

Aspire People; Boothstown; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People are recruiting experienced Teaching Assistants to support learning and interventions across primary schools in the UK. Candidates should have recent UK school experience and be able to work inside and outside the classroom.

Roles include 1:1 and small-group support, helping pupils with maths, English, reading and phonics, and reinforcing whole-class learning with safeguarding in mind. Flexible full-time or part-time opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Practical UK school experience within the last 2 years.
• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or Classroom Assistant.
• Confident in supporting primary-aged pupils across core subjects.
• Able to adapt support to individual pupil needs in collaboration with teachers.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with Maths, English, reading and phonics.
• Deliver or assist with targeted interventions.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group learning support.
• Help pupils access the curriculum and reinforce learning from class teaching.
• Support pupils with SEND where required.
• Record and feed back on pupil progress; work with teachers to tailor support.

Skills

Maths support

English support

Reading support

Phonics support

1:1 support

Small group support

Strong communication

Safeguarding knowledge

Job description

Experienced Teaching Assistant - Intervention & Learning Support

Primary Schools Full-Time & Part-Time Aspire People

Aspire People are recruiting experienced Teaching Assistants to support learning, interventions and pupil development across primary schools.

This role is aimed at candidates who have recent practical experience working within a UK school and can confidently support pupils both inside and outside the classroom.

IMPORTANT: Candidates must have practical UK school experience within the last 2 years.

The Role:

• Supporting pupils with Maths, English, reading and phonics
• Delivering or assisting with targeted interventions
• Providing 1:1 and small-group learning support
• Supporting pupils who require additional help to access the curriculum
• Reinforcing learning from whole-class teaching
• Supporting pupils with SEND where required
• Helping children develop confidence and independence
• Supporting behaviour and positive classroom routines
• Recording and feeding back on pupil progress
• Working alongside teachers to adapt support to individual needs

The Ideal Candidate:

• Practical UK school experience within the last 2 years
• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or Classroom Assistant
• Confident supporting primary-aged pupils
• Strong Maths, English, reading or phonics support skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a classroom team
• Patient, proactive and adaptable
• Strong communication skills
• Good understanding of safeguarding and school procedures

Why Work with Aspire People?

• Flexible working opportunities
• Daily supply and long-term placements
• Full-time and part-time roles
• Competitive daily rates
• Dedicated consultant support
• Access to a wide network of primary schools
• Potential permanent opportunities

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.