Part time Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; South Ribble; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Welcoming school environment

Three mornings per week

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support Year 5 pupils in KS2 at a South Ribble primary school. The role is three mornings per week, with a start at the end of November 2026, offering a good work-life balance.

You will assist in delivering lessons, support pupils with varying abilities, and help foster a positive learning environment that promotes confidence and progress.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant in a primary school.
• Strong knowledge of the Key Stage 2 curriculum.
• Ideal understanding of the Year 5 curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning within a KS2 classroom.
• Provide targeted support to pupils 1:1 and in small groups.
• Assist the class teacher with engaging lesson delivery.
• Help create a positive, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

KS2 curriculum knowledge

Year 5 curriculum understanding

1:1 and small-group support

Job description

Teaching Assistant - KS2 (Year 5)

Location: South Ribble

Hours: 3 mornings per week

Start Date: End of November 2026

Tradewind Recruitment are currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in the South Ribble area, starting at the end of November.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant who enjoys supporting pupils in Key Stage 2, with a particular focus on Year 5.

The Role:

• Supporting teaching and learning within a KS2 classroom.
• Providing targeted support to pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis.
• Assisting the class teacher with the delivery of engaging lessons.
• Helping to create a positive, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Supporting pupils with their academic progress, confidence and development.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant within a primary school.
• Strong knowledge and experience of the Key Stage 2 curriculum.
• Ideally, a good understanding of the Year 5 curriculum.
• Confident supporting pupils with varying abilities and learning needs.
• A proactive, patient and enthusiastic approach.
• Able to build positive relationships with both pupils and staff.

What's on Offer?

• Three mornings per week, offering a great work-life balance.
• A welcoming and supportive primary school environment.
• The opportunity to make a real difference to pupils' learning and development.
• Competitive rates of pay through Tradewind Recruitment.