Primary Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Blyth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking a dedicated Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant for a Northumberland primary school. You will support the class teacher to deliver high-quality lessons, foster pupil progress, and help create a positive, inclusive learning environment.

The role requires KS1 experience, a DBS (Update Service) or willingness to obtain one, and strong communication and interpersonal skills. Weekly pay, flexible long-term work options, and dedicated consultant support are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Teaching Assistant or supporting children in an educational setting.
• Experience supporting pupils in Key Stage 1.
• Good understanding of the primary curriculum.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Assist with managing classroom behaviour and promoting positive attitudes to learning.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils.
• Help monitor and record pupil progress and achievements.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and parents where appropriate.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

One-to-one support

Tools

DBS Update Service

Job description

Primary School TA - Key Stage 1

Location: Northumberland

Start Date: 1st October

Pay: £100 - £120 per day, paid weekly (dependant on experience)

Agency: Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel are on the lookout for a passionate and enthusiastic Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant who is eager for a new challenge at a warm and welcoming primary school based in Northumberland.

The successful candidate will be committed to assisting the class teacher deliver high-quality lessons, encouraging pupil progress, and creating a positive classroom environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Assist with managing classroom behaviour and promoting positive attitudes to learning.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils.
• Help monitor and record pupil progress and achievements.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and parents where appropriate.

Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant or supporting children in an educational setting.
• Experience supporting pupils in Key Stage 1.
• Good understanding of the primary curriculum.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

What we offer

• Competitive rates of pay paid weekly.
• Your own dedicated consultant.
• Access to local teaching opportunities.
• Flexible and long-term work options.