Primary Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Paignton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Primary Teaching Assistants to support students in their daily lives. This full-time role involves fostering independence and helping children with special educational needs thrive. Ideal candidates will be compassionate, patient, and able to build strong relationships with students and their families. With a focus on quality education and support, this position offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a significant impact on young lives. Join a respected agency that values your contributions and provides competitive compensation tailored to your needs.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and patient Teaching Assistants needed.
• Must have a UK driving license and business insurance.

Responsibilities

• Assist children with personal care needs and daily life skills.
• Build positive relationships with children and families.

Skills

Experience supporting children with SEND

Strong interpersonal skills

Patient and empathetic attitude

Collaborative approach

Job description

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GSL Education are working with a Special Needs and Mainstream schools in Paignton who are looking for a Primary Teaching Assistant to join their team!

You will help our students to be as independent as possible in their daily life, recognise and encourage them to thrive in all areas and help them learn vital life skills. Those who are successful in the role will assist children and young people with daily personal care needs including changing and toileting and dressing.

It's a full time from September 2025

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for compassionate and patient Teaching Assistants to join the school on a full time, long term basis. We are looking for someone with an adaptable approach along with a great sense of humour and the ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and staff.

YOU MUST HAVE A UK DRIVING LICENSE AND YOUR OWN CAR FOR THIS ROLE.

THE ROLE WILL REQUIRE YOU TO HAVE BUSINESS INSURANCE – IF SUCCESSFUL AT INTERVIEW.

Requirements:

• Experience supporting children with SEND (professionally or personally)
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with children and their families
• A patient, empathetic, and positive attitude toward supporting children with additional needs
• A collaborative approach to working alongside teachers, parents, and other professionals
• Be available asap on a full-time basis

Why Choose GSL Education?

• GSL Education, a respected and independent recruitment agency, supports educators nationwide across the UK.
• Benefit from competitive compensation rates tailored to candidates.
• Our services are personalized, with dedicated consultants guiding you to secure your ideal position.
• Experience a flexible work-life balance tailored to suit your lifestyle.
• Rest assured, we are dedicated to upholding high standards of quality and safeguarding.

If you are dedicated and qualified for this opportunity and ready to contribute to the inclusive education of students, please apply for the advert and submit your CV.

To work with GSL Education, you should:

• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
• Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education

Here at GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, bespoke service and dedicated Consultants who will support you in securing your new role. Whether you are at the start of your career or are looking for a more manageable work-life balance, rest assured we are here for you. As experienced Education Recruiters, we have helped hundreds of Candidates gain the relevant experience and training required to become Specialist Support Staff, Newly Qualified Teachers, Fully Qualified Teachers, Education Psychologists and even gain Senior Leadership appointments.

Please be advised that this role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection or willingness to take a course on safeguarding that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

For more information about any of the positions mentioned above, please contact Genevieve Currie at GSL Education as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education in the role, please apply via the application link or visit www.gsleducation.com to apply online.