Primary Teaching Assistants - Full-Time & Long-Term Opportunities

Choice Teachers; England; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Choice Teachers are recruiting enthusiastic teaching assistants to support primary schools across Hertfordshire. Immediate start with long-term opportunities; ideal for 5 days a week, though day-to-day supply also considered.

PAYE PAY rates £85-£100 per day, equivalent to £18,500-£22,500 per annum pro rata. Role involves supporting EYFS to KS2 pupils, 1:1 and small-group assistance, SEND support, classroom prep, and helping maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a primary school setting.
• Ability to support pupils 1:1 and in small groups.
• Experience with SEND is beneficial.
• Availability to work five days a week preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers with delivering engaging lessons.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support.
• Assist with SEND and learning needs.
• Help with classroom prep and routines.
• Promote positive behaviour and safe learning environment.
• Encourage pupil participation and progress.

Skills

1:1 support

SEND support

classroom assistance

behaviour support

Education

Level 2 TA qualification

Level 3 TA qualification

Job description

Primary Teaching Assistants - Full-Time & Long-Term Opportunities

Location: Across Hertfordshire

Start Date: Immediate & Ongoing Opportunities

Contract: Full-Time (5 Days per Week Preferred), Long-Term & Day-to-Day Supply

Salary: £85.00 - £100.00 per day (Equivalent to £18,500 - £22,500 per annum pro rata, paid via PAYE, depending on experience)

Choice Teachers are currently recruiting enthusiastic, reliable, and hardworking Teaching Assistants to support vibrant primary schools across Hertfordshire.

We are looking for individuals who are genuinely passionate about working with children, have a positive attitude, and are committed to making a difference in the classroom. Ideally, we are seeking candidates who are available 5 days a week, as we have consistent, ongoing work available across our partner schools.

Whether you have extensive TA experience or transferable experience supporting children and young people, this is a fantastic opportunity to secure regular work within supportive primary environments.

The Role

Working alongside classroom teachers to support pupils across EYFS, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting teachers with the delivery of engaging lessons and classroom activities.




• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils who require additional assistance.




• Supporting children with SEND and additional learning needs.




• Helping pupils develop their confidence, independence, and academic abilities.




• Assisting with classroom preparation, learning resources, and daily routines.




• Supporting positive behaviour and maintaining a safe, inclusive learning environment.




• Encouraging pupils to participate, engage, and achieve their full potential.

What We Are Looking For

• Availability: Monday to Friday (5 days per week preferred for consistent placements).




• Experience: Previous experience working with children, ideally within a primary school, nursery, or youth setting.




• Qualifications: Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable, but relevant experience is also highly valued).




• SEND Expe