Teaching Assistant

Connex Education; Skelton-in-Cleveland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational service provider in Saltburn-by-the-Sea is looking for a full-time Teaching Assistant for EYFS and Year 1. The role involves general support in a primary school and requires prior experience in a nursery or school setting. Candidates should possess a Teaching Assistant Qualification or equivalent and be able to work daily from 8:30 to 3:30. Benefits include a competitive rate, skilled development courses, and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

PAYE paid weekly

Free access to Teaching Assistant Toolkit

Career progression via TA to Tutor conversion

Wellbeing programme and refresher training

Trainee teacher apprenticeship opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a school or nursery is required for this position.
• Must have a current DBS on the update service or be willing to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide general TA support within nursery and Year 1.
• Support small group sessions as required.
• Commit to full-time hours, Monday – Friday, from 8:30-3:30.

Skills

Teaching Assistant Qualification or Equivalent Degree/Experience

Experience of supporting pupils in a primary or nursery environment

Confidence working with small groups

Good Knowledge of Additional Needs

Knowledge of EYFS/KS1/KS2 Curriculum

Job description

Teaching Assistant

Saltburn-by-the-Sea

Up to £550 per week

You must have right to work in the UK to apply

About the role

Connex Education are working with a large mainstream primary school and nursery provision in the Saltburn area who are seeking Teaching Assistants to work full time. We are looking for 2 Teaching Assistants specifically for EYFS and Year 1. The role is for general TA support within nursery and Y1 but you must also be happy providing some 1:1 support and small group sessions where required.

About the school

This primary school is a large three-form entry mainstream primary school who has a lovely team of teaching staff who will welcome you as part of the team. This inclusive primary school prides itself on strong teamwork, a child-centred approach and a positive school culture. They provide education and care from nursery age (2 years) upwards to Year 6.

Assignment Details

This Teaching Assistant position is full time working Monday – Friday and has a January start 2026. You must be able to commit to 8:30-3:30 daily. Experience working in a school or nursery is required for this position – you are also invited to apply if you have recently completed a TA qualification and gained experience through a placement or a volunteer assignment.

Benefits of working with Connex Education

• Competitive daily rate
• PAYE paid weekly
• Free access to our Teaching Assistant Toolkit skills development package comprising over 24 courses
• Career progression via our TA to Tutor conversion course
• Wellbeing programme and refresher training for life in a 21st century classroom
• Trainee teacher apprenticeship opportunities

Person Specification

• Teaching Assistant Qualification or Equivalent Degree/Experience
• Have experience of supporting pupils in a primary or nursery environment
• Be confident working with small groups
• Good Knowledge of Additional Needs and knowledge of either EYFS/KS1/KS2 Curriculum
• Have a current DBS on the update service or willing to apply for a new one with Connex

If you are interested, or would like to discuss more opportunities, please apply today.

All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone. Pay rate is determined on qualification and experience.

Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.