Primary School Teaching Assistant

Smile Education; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 124,000 - 149,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible short-term/long-term roles

Dedicated Smile Education consultant

Potential for permanent role

Job summary

Smile Education seeks a dedicated Teaching Assistant for Telford area with flexible, long-term part-time opportunities. Start ASAP with competitive pay £90-£108 per day? hour? We welcome applicants with primary school experience and a commitment to supporting children's learning.

Role involves supporting lessons across Early Years to Year 6, including small groups, behaviour management, and classroom preparation. DBS update or willingness to apply is required.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable)
• At least one year's experience in a school setting
• Experience as a Teaching Assistant in a primary school
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills
• Passion for supporting children's learning, development, and wellbeing
• Positive, patient, and flexible approach with varied abilities
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willingness to apply

Responsibilities

• Supporting teachers in delivering engaging and effective lessons across Early Years to Year 6
• Working with individual pupils and small groups to support learning and progress
• Encouraging positive behaviour and creating a calm, inclusive classroom environment
• Assisting pupils with varying abilities and learning needs
• Preparing classroom resources and activities to engage pupils
• Collaborating with teachers and school staff to achieve good outcomes
• Supporting social, emotional, and academic development of pupils
• Assisting with playground duties and school activities

Skills

Teaching assistance

Communication

Behaviour management

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Teaching Assistant Role

Location: Telford

Start date: ASAP

Contract: Part-time/Long-term

Pay: £90-108

Are you a dedicated and adaptable Teaching Assistant in the Telford area looking for a flexible role within a supportive school environment?

We are seeking an enthusiastic and reliable Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children's learning and development across welcoming and well-established primary schools.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys helping pupils build their confidence, develop key skills, and reach their full potential.

We offer flexible opportunities tailored to your preferences, whether you're looking to work five days a week or just one. We take the time to understand what our candidates want and are committed to finding roles that suit their skills, experience, and career goals.

Responsibilities

• Supporting teachers in delivering engaging and effective lessons across Early Years to Year 6
• Working with individual pupils and small groups to support their learning, development and progress
• Encouraging positive behaviour and helping to create a calm, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment
• Assisting pupils with varying abilities and learning needs, including those requiring additional support
• Helping to prepare classroom resources and learning activities to enhance pupil engagement
• Working collaboratively with teachers, teaching assistants, and other school staff to ensure the best outcomes for pupils
• Supporting pupils's social, emotional, and academic development, helping them to build confidence and reach their full potential
• Assisting with playground duties, school activities, and other responsibilities as required by the school

Requirements

• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable but not essential)
• At least one year's experience working in a school setting if you do not hold a relevant qualification
• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant within a primary school
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills
• A passion for supporting children's learning, development, and wellbeing
• A positive, patient, and flexible approach to working with pupils of varying abilities
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or a willingness to apply for one

Benefits

• Flexible short-term, long-term opportunity within a supportive school environment
• Friendly and dedicated staff who will work with you collaboratively
• Potential for the role to become permanent for the right candidate
• The opportunity to make a real and lasting difference to young people through a more personalised approach to learning
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Smile Education consultant
• Competitive rates of pay such as £90-108

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.