Primary Teaching Assistant - Immediate Start

Envision Education; Amersham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD courses worth £144.50

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Envision Education is recruiting Teaching Assistants to support primary pupils in Amersham, Buckinghamshire. This role is full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm, within a primary school setting.

Previous school or nursery experience is essential; no formal TA qualification required. You will work with teachers to support literacy, numeracy and development, provide small-group support, and help pupils settle into routines.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a school, nursery or early years setting.
• Experience supporting children aged 3–11.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Calm, patient and encouraging approach.
• Understanding of children's learning and developmental needs.
• Experience supporting children with SEND is advantageous.
• Reliable and professional attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils during lessons and classroom activities.
• Help children develop early literacy, numeracy and communication skills.
• Provide individual and small-group learning support.
• Support pupils who need additional help with their learning or behaviour.
• Assist with classroom preparation and educational resources.
• Encourage positive interactions, confidence and independence.
• Help pupils settle into routines and participate in school life.
• Work closely with teachers to support children's learning and development.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Calm demeanor

SEND experience

Job description

Primary Teaching Assistant - Immediate Start - Amersham

Full-Time | Monday to Friday | 8:30am - 3:30pm | Primary School Setting

Ready to turn your school or nursery experience into your next education opportunity?

Envision Education is recruiting enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to work in primary schools across Amersham, Buckinghamshire.

We are looking for candidates who already have hands-on experience working with children in an educational setting and are keen to build on those skills within a primary school environment.

Whether you have worked in a nursery, early years setting, primary school or as a classroom support assistant, this could be an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career.

Previous school or nursery experience is essential. No formal Teaching Assistant qualification is required.

What Will You Be Doing?

• Supporting pupils during lessons and classroom activities.
• Helping children develop early literacy, numeracy and communication skills.
• Providing individual and small-group learning support.
• Supporting pupils who need additional help with their learning or behaviour.
• Assisting with classroom preparation and educational resources.
• Encouraging positive interactions, confidence and independence.
• Helping pupils settle into routines and participate in school life.
• Working closely with teachers to support children's learning and development.

Who Should Apply?

We would love to hear from candidates who have:

• Previous experience in a school, nursery or early years setting.
• Experience supporting children aged 3-11 or a relevant age group.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A calm, patient and encouraging approach.
• An understanding of children's learning and developmental needs.
• Experience supporting children with SEND, which would be advantageous.
• A reliable and professional attitude.
• Availability Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm.

Relevant backgrounds include Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Classroom Assistant, Learning Support Assistant and other school-based support roles.

What Envision Education Offers

• Opportunities across primary, secondary and SEND schools.
• Temporary, long-term and permanent placements.
• Dedicated consultant support.
• Roles suited to your experience and career goals.
• Free CPD courses worth £144.50 once cleared to work.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and build a career in education.

Pay rate depends on qualifications, experience and skills.

Envision Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All relevant safeguarding and vetting checks will be completed, including an enhanced DBS check where required. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.