Teaching Assistant

Step Teachers; Hertford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Step Teachers is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant school environment in September 2025. The role involves supporting teachers, providing targeted assistance to students, and creating an inclusive classroom atmosphere. Ideal candidates will have experience with primary-aged children and a relevant qualification.

Benefits

Discounted high street shopping

Gym memberships

Physical and emotional well-being services

Qualifications

• Experience working with primary-aged children (EYFS, KS1, KS2).
• Demonstrates flexibility and a caring approach.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning activities in the classroom.
• Provide targeted support to individual pupils or small groups.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Caring

Flexibility

Patience

Education

Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting children’s learning and wellbeing? We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant and supportive school environment in September 2025.

Duties as a Teaching Assistant:

• Work closely with class teachers to support teaching and learning activities.

• Provide targeted support to individual pupils or small groups.

• Help to create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

• Support pupils with additional needs, including those with SEND or EAL.

• Assist with preparing resources and classroom displays.

• Contribute to pupil progress by helping track achievement and behaviour.

Ideal Teaching Assistant:

• Have experience working with primary-aged children (EYFS, KS1 or KS2).

• Be caring, patient and flexible in their approach.

• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills as a Teaching Assistant.

• Work well as part of a team and independently.

• Hold a relevant qualification (e.g. Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning) or have suitable experience.

Why Step Teachers?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, and Devon. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.

Step Teachers, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) standards for safeguarding children. Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations.

Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.

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