Intervention Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; Flackwell Heath; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is working with an outstanding primary school in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, to appoint an experienced Intervention Teaching Assistant. You will support pupils through targeted interventions and assist classroom teaching across core and foundation subjects.

Based in High Wycombe, the role suits someone who enjoys working with small groups, building pupils' confidence, and contributing to a positive school environment within a welcoming team.

Qualifications

• Experience in UK primary school settings.
• Ability to deliver small-group interventions.
• Strong literacy and numeracy support skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured intervention sessions across core subjects.
• Support pupils individually and in small groups to reinforce learning.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teachers.
• Prepare learning resources tailored to pupil needs.
• Support whole-class teaching when not delivering interventions.
• Encourage positive behaviour and inclusive learning.

Skills

Experience in UK primary school

Intervention delivery

Literacy and numeracy support

Teamwork and communication

Education

Relevant qualification in Education or Teaching Assistant

Job description

Intervention Teaching Assistant - High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire

Intervention Teaching Assistant vacancy in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire.

Lead small-group interventions across core and foundation subjects while supporting whole-class learning in a welcoming primary school.

Tradewind Recruitment is working with an outstanding primary school looking to appoint an experienced Intervention Teaching Assistant to support pupils through targeted interventions and classroom assistance.

Based in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, this role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with small groups, helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and building confidence across the curriculum. Alongside delivering interventions, you’ll work closely with teachers to support whole-class learning and contribute to a positive school environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant looking to take greater responsibility for pupil progress while remaining part of a supportive staff team.

Key responsibilities

• Delivering structured intervention sessions across core and foundation subjects.
• Supporting pupils individually and in small groups to reinforce classroom learning.
• Monitoring progress and providing accurate feedback to teachers following intervention sessions.
• Preparing learning resources to meet individual pupil needs.
• Supporting whole-class teaching when intervention sessions are not taking place.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and promoting engagement throughout the school day.
• Helping to create an inclusive learning environment where every pupil feels supported to succeed.

We're looking for someone who has:

• Previous experience working within a UK primary school.
• Confidence delivering intervention programmes to individuals and small groups.
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• A proactive approach to supporting teaching and learning.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
• Right to work in the UK.