Primary Teaching Assistant

GSL Education; Corby; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to CPD courses

Experience across multiple schools

Potential for permanent position

Job summary

GSL Education is recruiting a Primary Teaching Assistant in Corby/ Northamptonshire to support a range of schools. You will work with teachers to deliver engaging lessons, support pupils’ learning, and help create an inclusive classroom environment.

The role offers long-term temporary opportunities, both full-time and part-time, with potential for permanent positions for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school or similar setting.
• Patience, caring and enthusiastic approach.
• Ability to support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Assist with classroom activities and lesson preparation.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Assist class teacher in delivering engaging lessons and supporting learning.
• Support pupils to overcome barriers and reach their potential.
• Contribute to a safe and positive learning environment.

Skills

Experience with children

Patience and enthusiasm

1:1 support

Classroom support & prep

Strong communication

Safeguarding focus

Job description

Primary Teaching Assistant

Location: Corby / Northamptonshire
Pay: £90.50 - £99.87 per day ( includes rolled up holiday pay)
Start Date: Immediate / October starts available
Contract Type: Long Term / Temporary - Full-time & Part-time available

Are you a passionate Teaching Assistant looking to support young learners?

GSL Education Leicester are currently recruiting a Primary Teaching Assistant to work across a range of supportive and welcoming primary schools in Corby and Northamptonshire. We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual who is committed to helping children succeed in their early education.

About the Role

The successful Teaching Assistant will be working as part of a friendly and supportive school team, assisting the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons and supporting pupils' learning and development.

You will play a key role in helping children overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

The Successful Candidate Will:

• Have experience working with children in a school or similar setting
• Be patient, caring, and enthusiastic
• Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assist with classroom activities and lesson preparation
• Have strong communication and teamwork skills
• Be committed to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing

Additional Benefits

• Access to accredited education-relevant CPD courses
• Opportunity to gain experience across a variety of school settings
• Potential to secure a permanent position

Safeguarding & Compliance

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout Northamptonshire.