Primary Teaching Assistant

Connex Education; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational staffing agency is seeking a Teaching Assistant in Chesterfield. This role involves providing support across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, with flexibility to work 1 to 5 days a week. Ideal candidates should have experience in a UK primary setting and effective communication skills. Competitive weekly pay and benefits including career progression opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay via PAYE

Free access to SEND Toolkit skills development

Funded qualifications

Career progression opportunities

Wellbeing support

Trainee teacher apprenticeship opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a UK primary school setting is required.
• Must hold a DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one.
• Reliable, adaptable, and enthusiastic attitude is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
• Work one-to-one or in small groups to support learning.
• Integrate smoothly into various classroom settings.

Skills

Experience working with children aged 4–11

Effective communication skills

Behaviour support skills

Understanding classroom support strategies

Knowledge of Phonics and Read, Write Inc.

Job description

Supply Teaching Assistant

Chesterfield (S40)
£425 – £475 per week depending on experience
To apply, you must show proof of right to work in the UK.

About the role

Connex Education is working with a number of excellentprimary schools in and around Chesterfieldwho are seekingTeaching Assistantsto join their teams on a day to day supply basis. These roles includeclassroom support across both Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, as well as opportunities to work one-to-one or in small groups, depending on each school’s needs.

We are looking for Teaching Assistants who areflexible, approachable, and confident in supporting learning and behaviour. You’ll be working within welcoming school communities that value the contributions of their support staff and aim to provide a high-quality learning environment for all pupils.

About the school

The schools in this area are inclusive, well-organised, and have strong leadership teams. Staff are supportive and work collaboratively to improve pupil outcomes and maintain a positive and engaging atmosphere. They are seeking Teaching Assistants who are committed to helping children thrive academically and emotionally, and who can integrate smoothly into a variety of classroom settings.

Assignment Details

These roles are available for 1 to 5 days per week, starting in September, and will continue throughout the autumn term, with the potential for ongoing work.

Benefits of working with Connex Education

• Competitive weekly pay via PAYE
• Free access to our SEND Toolkit skills development package (19+ courses)
• Funded formal qualifications including Level 2 in SEND, Level 3 Teaching and Learning, Level 4 HLTA, and Level 5 TEFL
• Career progression through our Care to Classroom transition programme
• Wellbeing support and refresher training for school-based work
• Trainee teacher apprenticeship opportunities

Person Specification

• Experience working with children aged 4–11 in a UK primary school setting
• Effective communication and behaviour support skills
• Understanding of classroom support strategies and primary curriculum
• Knowledge of Phonics and Read, Write Inc. is desirable
• Reliable, adaptable and enthusiastic
• Must hold a DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one

All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.