Primary Teaching Assistant

Education Matters Group; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Education Matters Group is seeking a motivated Primary Teaching Assistant for a long-term role at a primary school in the Leatherhead area. You will support teachers in delivering lessons, encourage pupil participation and help create a nurturing learning environment where every child can succeed.

The ideal candidate has experience supporting children in a primary setting, is confident across EYFS to KS2, works well in a team, and is flexible and enthusiastic.

Qualifications

• Has previous experience supporting children in a primary school, nursery or similar setting.
• Demonstrates a genuine interest in children's education and development.
• Is confident assisting with classroom activities across EYFS, KS1 or KS2.
• Has excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Is flexible, enthusiastic and willing to take initiative.
• Holds an enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service or is willing to apply for one.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom teaching and assist pupils with daily learning tasks.
• Work with small groups and individual pupils to reinforce key concepts.
• Encourage children's participation, independence and social development.
• Help maintain an organised, stimulating and inclusive classroom.
• Assist with phonics, reading, writing and basic mathematics activities.
• Promote positive behaviour and build supportive relationships with pupils.
• Work closely with teaching staff to identify and address learning needs.

Job description

Do you enjoy working with children and helping them build the skills and confidence they need to thrive at school?

We are seeking a motivated and reliable Primary Teaching Assistant for a long-term opportunity at a primary school in the Leatherhead area.

The successful candidate will support teachers in delivering effective lessons, encourage pupil participation and help create a nurturing learning environment where every child has the opportunity to succeed.

Your Responsibilities

• Support classroom teaching and assist pupils with daily learning tasks.
• Work with small groups and individual pupils to reinforce key concepts.
• Encourage children's participation, independence and social development.
• Help maintain an organised, stimulating and inclusive classroom.
• Assist with phonics, reading, writing and basic mathematics activities.
• Promote positive behaviour and build supportive relationships with pupils.
• Work closely with teaching staff to identify and address learning needs.

The Ideal Candidate

• Has previous experience supporting children in a primary school, nursery or similar setting.
• Demonstrates a genuine interest in children's education and development.
• Is confident assisting with classroom activities across EYFS, KS1 or KS2.
• Has excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Is flexible, enthusiastic and willing to take initiative.
• Holds an enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service or is willing to apply for one.