Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Hartlepool; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join a primary school in Hartlepool. This flexible role offers the opportunity to support children's learning through a nurture-based approach, fostering a positive and inclusive atmosphere. Ideal candidates will have experience working with children aged 4-11 and possess excellent communication and behavior management skills. With competitive pay and access to a comprehensive Teaching Assistant Toolkit, this position promises career progression and valuable training opportunities. If you're passionate about student development and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate paid weekly

Free access to Teaching Assistant Toolkit

Funded formal qualifications

Career progression opportunities

Wellbeing programs

Refresher training

Trainee teacher apprenticeship options

Qualifications

• Experience in educational settings with children aged 4-11.
• Willingness to support on a 1:1 basis or in small groups.

Responsibilities

• Providing in-class support to teachers.
• Managing student behavior and promoting a positive learning environment.

Skills

Communication Skills

Behavior Management

Curriculum Knowledge

Phonics Knowledge

Education

Level 2 SEND

Level 3 Teaching and Learning

Level 4 HLTA

Level 5 TEFL

Tools

Teaching Assistant Toolkit

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Teaching Assistant Position in Hartlepool

Connex Education is seeking enthusiastic and proactive Teaching Assistants to support a primary school in the Hartlepool area, starting in September. We are proud to work with positive, inclusive school environments.

About the School

The school prefers candidates with experience supporting pupils across different year groups, especially those with SEND. The role involves supporting children’s learning through a nurture-based approach, fostering a supportive school atmosphere.

Responsibilities

1. Providing in-class support to teachers
2. Working with individual students or small groups to reinforce learning and engagement
3. Managing student behavior and promoting a positive learning environment
4. Contributing to progress monitoring

Excellent communication skills, curriculum knowledge, and a passion for student development are essential for this flexible, supply-based role.

Benefits of Working with Connex Education

• Competitive daily rate paid weekly via PAYE
• Free access to our Teaching Assistant Toolkit with over 24 courses
• Funded formal qualifications (Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching and Learning, Level 4 HLTA, Level 5 TEFL)
• Career progression opportunities, including TA to Tutor conversions
• Wellbeing programs and refresher training
• Trainee teacher apprenticeship options

Person Specification

• Experience in educational settings with children aged 4-11
• Willingness to support on a 1:1 basis or in small groups
• Strong behavior management skills
• Knowledge of Phonics and Read, Write Inc
• Organized and reliable
• Current Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one
• Willing to go the extra mile

Additional Information

If you wish to discuss other opportunities with Connex Education, please contact us.

Equality Statement

All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS. We are committed to equal opportunities, respecting diversity, and assessing candidates on merit alone.

Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.