Primary Teaching Assistant — Supportive, Inspiring Learning

Fernhurst Primary School; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing support package

Professional development opportunities

Two-week October half-term

Job summary

Fernhurst Primary School is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant to support children aged 4–11. You will work closely with teachers to deliver engaging activities and provide one-to-one and small-group support as needed. A positive attitude and strong literacy/numeracy are essential.

The school values wellbeing, professional development, and collaborative work. Experience in primary education and ability to adapt to varied needs will help pupils thrive.

Qualifications

• Caring and dedicated with experience in primary settings.
• Good communication with children, families and staff.
• Ability to adapt teaching assistants support to individual needs.
• Strong literacy and numeracy to support classrooms effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support learning activities for children aged 4–11.
• Assist the teacher in delivering engaging lessons.
• Monitor and support children with different learning needs.
• Supervise groups and manage lunchtime activities as required.
• Contribute to a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Caring

Teamwork

Communication

Patience

Education

GCSEs in English/Maths (A-C)

Job description

Fernhurst Primary School is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant to support children aged 4–11. You will work closely with teachers to deliver engaging activities and provide one-to-one and small-group support as needed. A positive attitude and strong literacy/numeracy are essential.

The school values wellbeing, professional development, and collaborative work. Experience in primary education and ability to adapt to varied needs will help pupils thrive.