Primary Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; Bedford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking passionate Teaching Assistants for primary schools in Bedford. This full-time role offers graduates an opportunity to support young learners' development while gaining practical teaching experience. With a focus on empathy and teamwork, candidates will benefit from thorough career guidance and opportunities within education.

Benefits

Free, practical CPD to build skill set

Supportive career guidance, including pathways into teaching

Consultant support who understands Bedford schools

Qualifications

• Excited by the idea of working in education.
• No formal qualifications needed; genuine commitment required.
• Experience or confidence in working with children or young people.

Responsibilities

• Supporting teachers in inclusive classrooms.
• Helping children with focus, confidence, and communication.
• Playing a key role in academic and emotional development.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Patience

Teamwork

Education

Graduate in any subject

Job description

This Isn't Just a Role. It's Your Real Start in Education.

Location: Bedford Start Date: September 2025 Role Type: Full-time

You're looking for more than a job - you want to do something that matters. So do we.

At Tradewind Recruitment, we specialise in placing passionate individuals in schools where they can genuinely make a difference. Right now, mainstream primary schools in Bedford are looking for Teaching Assistants to start this September - and if you're ready to support young learners and grow your career, this could be the ideal opportunity.

This isn't about watching from the sidelines.
It's about showing up, building trust, and helping children believe in what they can do.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Supporting teachers in lively, inclusive classrooms across Bedford

• Helping children with focus, confidence, and communication, both 1:1 and in small groups

• Playing a key role in academic and emotional development

• Bringing consistency, care, and creativity to the school day

• Learning how great teaching works - from the inside out

Who You Are:

• A graduate in any subject, excited by the idea of working in education

• A strong communicator who values empathy, patience, and teamwork

• Someone who's worked with children or young people - or confident you'd thrive in that space

• Flexible, proactive, and eager to learn

• No formal qualifications needed - just genuine commitment

What You'll Get:

• Full-time paid experience with purpose

• Free, practical CPD to build your skill set

• Supportive career guidance, including pathways into teaching

• A consultant who understands Bedford schools and your potential

• Honest advice and opportunities that align with your goals

If you're based in or near Bedford and ready to step into a role that makes every day count - we'd love to connect.

We don't do generic. We do the right match.
Apply today - and let's start this journey together.