Flexible Teaching Assistant – Local Primary Schools

Randstad Education; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Local consultant support

Varied local schools

Job summary

Randstad Education is seeking flexible and dedicated Teaching Assistants to support primary classrooms near Carlton Colville and the Lowestoft/Waveney area. You will assist teachers, support small groups and individuals across EYFS to KS2, with day-to-day cover or long-term placements.

DBS check required or willingness to obtain one; full training and local consultant support provided. Join a welcoming network of local primary schools and benefit from weekly pay, consistent support from a

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2 or Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning).
• Or solid prior experience supporting children in an educational or child-centred setting.
• A patient, encouraging, and empathetic nature with strong communication skills.
• Good foundational knowledge of early reading, phonics, and primary age-group development.
• An adaptable, hands-on approach and the confidence to take initiative in a lively classroom environment.
• A valid Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or a willingness to complete one).

Responsibilities

• Support class teachers with daily classroom setup, activity preparation, and maintaining a safe, engaging learning environment.
• Work with individual pupils or small groups to boost confidence and understanding in core areas such as phonics, reading, writing, and basic numeracy.
• Assist with classroom management, helping to keep pupils focused, motivated, and actively participating in activities.
• Encourage positive behaviour, social development, and independence among young learners, both in the classroom and during playground supervision.
• Help monitor pupil progress and share constructive feedback and observations with the class teacher.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Empathy

Phonics knowledge

Early reading

Education

Level 2/3 Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification

Job description

Randstad Education is seeking flexible and dedicated Teaching Assistants to support primary classrooms near Carlton Colville and the Lowestoft/Waveney area. You will assist teachers, support small groups and individuals across EYFS to KS2, with day-to-day cover or long-term placements.

DBS check required or willingness to obtain one; full training and local consultant support provided. Join a welcoming network of local primary schools and benefit from weekly pay, consistent support from a