Flexible Primary Teaching Assistant – Rushden Area

Randstad Education; Rushden; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Local consultant support

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Randstad Education is actively recruiting Primary Teaching Assistants to support schools near Rushden and the North Northamptonshire area. Choose day-to-day cover for total weekly schedule control or opt for longer-term placements within a single school community.

You will assist teachers with resources, work with pupils in small groups or individually, support SEND learners, and help maintain a positive learning environment across Early Years to Key Stage 2. DBS checks are required.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children in educational, childcare, nursery, or community settings.
• Good literacy and numeracy standards (GCSE C/4 or equivalent in English and Maths preferred).
• Willingness to complete an Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Support class teachers in preparing resources and managing activities.
• Work 1:1 or in small groups to reinforce literacy and numeracy.
• Help children build confidence, focus and social skills.
• Assist SEND pupils by tailoring learning activities to their needs.
• Support classroom management and positive behaviour.
• Supervise breaks, lunchtimes, and school trips as needed.

Skills

Patient approach

Strong communication

Literacy/numeracy support

Education

GCSE English & Maths C/4

Job description

Randstad Education is actively recruiting Primary Teaching Assistants to support schools near Rushden and the North Northamptonshire area. Choose day-to-day cover for total weekly schedule control or opt for longer-term placements within a single school community.

You will assist teachers with resources, work with pupils in small groups or individually, support SEND learners, and help maintain a positive learning environment across Early Years to Key Stage 2. DBS checks are required.