Primary School Teaching Assistant | Full-Time, Permanent

Marchant Recruitment; Dean; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is partnering with a welcoming primary school in Cumbria to recruit a Teaching Assistant who is caring, enthusiastic and dedicated. You will support the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons and help pupils build confidence.

The role is full-time and permanent, offers a supportive learning environment, and aims to help every child thrive. Experience in school settings, DBS, and right to work in the UK are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous Teaching Assistant experience in a school setting is essential.
• The candidate must have the right to work in the UK.
• An Enhanced DBS certificate or willingness to complete the required checks.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons and classroom activities.
• Work with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning and build confidence.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and well-organised classroom environment.
• Encourage pupils' participation, independence, and personal development.
• Assist with preparing classroom resources and learning materials.
• Support pupils' behaviour and help maintain a focused, productive learning environment.
• Monitor pupils' progress and provide feedback to the class teacher where appropriate.
• Promote pupils' wellbeing and follow safeguarding policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Classroom management

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

Marchant Recruitment is partnering with a welcoming primary school in Cumbria to recruit a Teaching Assistant who is caring, enthusiastic and dedicated. You will support the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons and help pupils build confidence.

The role is full-time and permanent, offers a supportive learning environment, and aims to help every child thrive. Experience in school settings, DBS, and right to work in the UK are essential.