Impactful Primary School Teaching Assistant (Cheshire)

Marchant Recruitment; Stockport; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Cheshire. You will support the class teacher with daily lessons, help children develop confidence, and create a positive learning environment.

Salary £23,000-£26,000 per year, full-time, permanent. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and an Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one.

Qualifications

• Previous Teaching Assistant experience within a primary or other school setting.
• A genuine passion for supporting children's education and development.
• A patient, approachable, and encouraging personality.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• The ability to adapt your approach to meet different learning needs.
• Good organisation, initiative, and a positive attitude.
• An understanding of safeguarding and the importance of pupil wellbeing.
• The right to work in the UK.
• An Enhanced DBS certificate or willingness to undergo the required checks.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with daily lessons, classroom activities, and learning objectives.
• Provide additional support to individual pupils and small groups, helping them understand tasks and build confidence.
• Encourage positive behaviour, active participation, and a love of learning.
• Help prepare classroom resources and engaging learning materials.
• Support pupils who need additional guidance to access the curriculum.
• Contribute to a calm, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Observe pupils' engagement and progress, sharing relevant feedback with teaching staff.
• Promote children's wellbeing and adhere to school safeguarding and health and safety procedures.

Job description

Marchant Recruitment is seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Cheshire. You will support the class teacher with daily lessons, help children develop confidence, and create a positive learning environment.

Salary £23,000-£26,000 per year, full-time, permanent. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and an Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one.