Primary Teaching Assistant - Huddersfield - Sept 2026

Justteachers Ltd; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd in Huddersfield is seeking a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school from September. You will work closely with class teachers to support children across year groups, helping pupils engage with learning and build confidence.

The role focuses on reinforcing learning objectives, assisting with lesson preparation, and creating an inclusive, positive classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children in an educational setting is desirable.
• A genuine passion for supporting children’s learning and development.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• A proactive and flexible approach to classroom support.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across the primary curriculum.
• Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning objectives.
• Assist the class teacher with lesson preparation and classroom organisation.
• Help create a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
• Support pupils’ social, emotional, and academic development.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff where required.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Proactive and flexible

Job description

About the Role:

Justteachers are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Primary Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Huddersfield from September. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual who is passionate about supporting children’s learning and development within a classroom environment. The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers to provide high-quality support across a range of year groups, helping pupils to engage with learning, build confidence, and reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support teaching and learning across the primary curriculum.
• Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning objectives.
• Assist the class teacher with lesson preparation and classroom organisation.
• Help create a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
• Support pupils’ social, emotional, and academic development.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff where required.

Pre-requisites:

• Previous experience working with children in an educational setting is desirable.
• A genuine passion for supporting children’s learning and development.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• A proactive and flexible approach to classroom support.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.