Primary Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Basingstoke; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking a Primary Teaching Assistant in Basingstoke. You will support young learners by providing tailored assistance in the classroom. With a full-time role and potential for permanent hire after a temporary period, candidates should have prior experience and relevant qualifications. Additional benefits include a comprehensive pension scheme, professional development, and dedicated support throughout the onboarding process.

Benefits

Full-time employment with consistent hours.

Full pension scheme and contributions.

£50 referral bonus scheme.

Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Dedicated consultant to guide you through the onboarding.

Ongoing support and guidance from Teaching Personnel's dedicated team.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant in a primary school setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Child only DBS on the update service or willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils.
• Assist the class teacher with daily classroom activities.
• Support children’s learning and social development.
• Help with planning and delivering engaging lessons.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Nurturing approach

Education

Relevant qualifications

Job description

Primary Teaching Assistant

Start Date: September 2025
Position: Full-time (Temporary to Permanent hire period)
Pay: £13.75 per hour

Location: Basingstoke

Are you passionate about supporting young learners and making a positive impact in the classroom? An enthusiastic primary school in Basingstoke is seeking an engaging and experienced Primary Teaching Assistant to join their team from September.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils
• Assist the class teacher with daily classroom activities
• Support children’s learning and social development
• Help with planning and delivering engaging lessons

• A chance to make a real difference in children’s education

Requirements:

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant in a primary school setting
• A proactive and nurturing approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Relevant qualifications are an advantage
• A child only DBS on the update service or willing to obtain one

Teaching Personnel Benefits:

• Full-time employment with consistent hours.
• Full pension scheme and contributions.
• £50 referral bonus scheme.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Dedicated consultant to guide you through the onboarding.
• Ongoing support and guidance from Teaching Personnel's dedicated team.

Interested?

Please submit your CV outlining full career history and relevant references. Interviews will be arranged promptly for a September start.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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