Impactful Primary Teaching Assistant - Term Time

Reed; Purston Jaglin; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Reed Education is helping a welcoming primary school in Featherstone Wakefield recruit a Teaching Assistant for a full-time position. You’ll work closely with teachers to support pupils academically, socially and emotionally.

The role suits someone with prior UK primary school experience, a patient, nurturing approach and strong communication skills, with a view to contributing to a positive, inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a UK primary school.
• Positive, patient and nurturing approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with pupils and staff.
• Good classroom awareness and adaptability.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to get involved in school life.

Responsibilities

• Supporting teaching and learning across the primary age range.
• Working with small groups and individual pupils.
• Assisting children with varying learning needs and abilities.
• Encouraging confidence, independence, and engagement in lessons.
• Supporting literacy, numeracy and classroom activities.
• Helping create a safe, positive learning environment.
• Building strong relationships with pupils, staff and parents.
• Assisting with behaviour management and pupil wellbeing.

Skills

Experience with children

Teaching Assistant experience

Communication skills

Patience and nurturing

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Reed Education is helping a welcoming primary school in Featherstone Wakefield recruit a Teaching Assistant for a full-time position. You’ll work closely with teachers to support pupils academically, socially and emotionally.

The role suits someone with prior UK primary school experience, a patient, nurturing approach and strong communication skills, with a view to contributing to a positive, inclusive learning environment.