Primary Teaching Assistant - Inspire & Support Students

Justteachers Ltd; Downham Market; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd is seeking a caring and proactive Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Downham Market on a long-term supply basis. You will support pupils across early years and key stages, work with teachers to create engaging lessons, and provide one-to-one or small-group support as needed.

The role emphasises safeguarding, positive behaviour, and building confidence in learners, with opportunities to contribute to a collaborative school community.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people, ideally in a school setting.
• Two education or school based references.
• Patient, caring and proactive approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build rapport and inspire confidence in students.
• Willingness to support pupils with varying learning needs.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare.

Responsibilities

• Support students across Key Stages 1 and 2 within the classroom environment.
• Work closely with teachers to deliver engaging and effective learning experiences.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students who require additional assistance.
• Support students with SEND, helping them access the curriculum and achieve their learning goals.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage student engagement.
• Assist with classroom preparation and learning resources

Skills

Experience with pupils

Patience

Strong communication

Safeguarding

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Justteachers Ltd is seeking a caring and proactive Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Downham Market on a long-term supply basis. You will support pupils across early years and key stages, work with teachers to create engaging lessons, and provide one-to-one or small-group support as needed.

The role emphasises safeguarding, positive behaviour, and building confidence in learners, with opportunities to contribute to a collaborative school community.