Teaching Assistant

REESON Education; Havant; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in education is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant for a primary school in the Portsmouth area. This role involves supporting pupils in reading and math, delivering small group interventions, and supervising during lunchtimes. Candidates should have previous experience working with children, excellent interpersonal skills, and good English and Maths capabilities. Join a valued team that is committed to the welfare and development of its pupils.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or in a child-related role is preferred.
• Caring, calm, and patient demeanor.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills.
• Good proficiency in English and Maths.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in reading, maths, and classroom activities.
• Deliver small group wellbeing interventions in the afternoons.
• Supervise lunchtime activities, promoting positive play and healthy eating.
• Provide feedback to teachers and maintain accurate observations of pupil progress.

Skills

Experience as a Teaching Assistant or working with children

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Good English and Maths skills

Excellent behaviour management

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Primary School Support Role

Location: Portsmouth Area

Contract: Fixed Term (until end of academic year, with potential to continue)

Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school team. This is a varied and rewarding role combining classroom support, lunchtime supervision, and small group wellbeing interventions. If you are passionate about helping children learn and thrive, this Teaching Assistant position is perfect for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils in reading, maths, and classroom activities as a Teaching Assistant.
• Deliver small group wellbeing interventions as a Teaching Assistant in the afternoons.
• As a Teaching Assistant you will supervise lunchtimes, encouraging positive play and healthy eating.
• As a teaching Assistant you will provide feedback to teachers and maintain accurate observations of pupil progress.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or working with children (school experience preferred).
• Caring, calm, and patient with strong interpersonal skills.
• As a teaching Assistant you will have the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good English and Maths skills.
• Excellent behaviour management and understanding of safeguarding.

Ready to make a difference as a Teaching Assistant? Apply now and join a school that truly values its staff and pupils.

Fareham - Teaching Assistant

Reeson Education

Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%