KS2 Teaching Assistant | Inspire Year 3-6 in Stoke-on-Trent

Academics Ltd; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Academics Ltd is seeking experienced Key Stage 2 Primary Teaching Assistants for temporary short and long-term opportunities across Stoke-on-Trent and surrounding areas. You will support teachers, prepare classrooms, and help Year 3–6 learners in 1-2-1 or small group settings.

Applicants should have Level 2/3 TA qualifications, UK KS2 experience, strong communication and behaviour management, and an Enhanced DBS with Update Service. Travel to partnership schools by 8:30am is required.

Qualifications

• A minimum Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Experience with Key Stage 2 learners in a primary school or UK educational setting.
• Confident communication skills and strong classroom motivation.
• Strong behaviour management for Year 3–6 learners.
• Willingness to travel to Stoke-on-Trent and surrounding areas by 8:30am for on‑the‑day supply.
• Proficient literacy and numeracy (GCSE 4/C or Functional Skills Level 2).
• Familiar with the UK National Curriculum.
• Current Enhanced DBS with Update Service (or willingness to apply; cost covered).

Responsibilities

• Support the teacher with lesson delivery.
• Prepare classroom for lessons and set up equipment.
• Manage behaviour and engage Year 3–6 learners in small groups or 1-2-1.
• Collaborate with the teacher and learners to support achievement.

Skills

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Literacy

Numeracy

Education

Level 2 TA

Level 3 TA

GCSE English & Maths (4/C)

Functional Skills Level 2

Enhanced DBS with Update Service

Job description

Academics Ltd is seeking experienced Key Stage 2 Primary Teaching Assistants for temporary short and long-term opportunities across Stoke-on-Trent and surrounding areas. You will support teachers, prepare classrooms, and help Year 3–6 learners in 1-2-1 or small group settings.

Applicants should have Level 2/3 TA qualifications, UK KS2 experience, strong communication and behaviour management, and an Enhanced DBS with Update Service. Travel to partnership schools by 8:30am is required.