Teaching Assistant

Academics; Hutton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Consultant support

Job summary

Academics is recruiting a Teaching Assistant for a Brentwood primary school, starting September 2026. This is a full-time 1-year contract with potential to extend or convert to a permanent position.

You will support pupils in lessons, work with individuals or small groups, and help pupils build confidence and positive learning habits in a collaborative school environment, under the guidance of teaching staff.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils during lessons and classroom activities
• Working with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning
• Helping children develop confidence, independence and positive learning habits
• Providing additional encouragement to pupils who need extra support
• Assisting teachers with resources, interventions and classroom preparation
• Helping maintain a calm, positive and productive classroom
• Building trusting relationships with pupils and encouraging their progress
• Supporting the wider classroom team wherever needed

Job description

Teaching Assistant Brentwood

Location: Brentwood, Essex
Contract: Full Time 1 Year Contract
Start Date: September 2026
Pay: 92 - 120 per day, depending on experience
Potential: Opportunity to extend or secure a permanent position

Want to find a role where you can make a real difference every day?

A welcoming primary school in Brentwood is seeking an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join its team from September 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced TA who wants to become part of a school community and build strong relationships with both pupils and staff.

The initial contract will run for the full academic year, with the possibility of extending or moving into a permanent position at the end. You'll work closely with teachers to help pupils engage with their learning, overcome challenges and develop confidence in the classroom.

What You'll Be Getting Involved With

• Supporting pupils during lessons and classroom activities
• Working with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning
• Helping children develop confidence, independence and positive learning habits
• Providing additional encouragement to pupils who need extra support
• Assisting teachers with resources, interventions and classroom preparation
• Helping maintain a calm, positive and productive classroom
• Building trusting relationships with pupils and encouraging their progress
• Supporting the wider classroom team wherever needed

What We're Hoping to Find

• A genuine enthusiasm for working with children
• Someone patient, approachable and encouraging
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A team player who is happy to work alongside teachers and support staff
• The confidence to adapt your approach to different pupils
• A dependable and proactive attitude
• A willingness to learn and develop professionally

Why This Could Be Your Next Role

• 92 - 120 per day, depending on experience
• Full-time position covering the academic year
• Potential to extend the contract or move into a permanent role
• Opportunity to become an established member of the school team
• Supportive working environment
• Valuable experience across the primary age range
• Professional development opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

This is a great opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who isn't simply looking for their next temporary role, but wants to find a school where they can settle, contribute and potentially build a long-term future.

If you have previous primary school experience and are ready for a fresh opportunity from September, we'd love to hear from you.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.