Teaching Assistant

TipTopJob; St Albans; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD modules access

Referral scheme

Job summary

Randstad in St Albans is seeking a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant for a long-term role starting September 2026. You will support pupils across Early Years, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2, aiding reading, writing, and maths skills while maintaining a positive learning environment.

The role requires experience with children, Level 2/3 TA qualifications, and an Enhanced DBS. It offers an autumn placement in a high-performing school with CPD opportunities and dedicated consultancy support.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in primary schools, nurseries, or youth settings.
• Strong verbal communication, flexibility, patience, and understanding of early reading, writing and maths.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with class teachers to prepare materials and maintain a structured learning space.
• Guide small group activities focused on early reading, literacy, and core maths skills.
• Provide 1:1 pupil mentoring and support for pupils with SEND.
• Implement positive behaviour techniques to keep pupils calm and engaged.
• Help create interactive display boards and prepare daily lesson resources.
• Ensure safeguarding and welfare during classroom, assemblies, and breaks.

Skills

Verbal communication

Flexibility

Patience

Team player

Education

Level 2 TA qualification

Level 3 TA qualification

Job description

St Albans

GBP14.24 : GBP15.35 per hour

Are you a supportive, driven individual who wants to guide young learners toward achieving their full potential?

Can you bring positivity, compassion, and a hands:on attitude to assist teachers in creating dynamic, inclusive lessons?

Are you searching for an adaptable or full:time long:term support position starting this autumn in a welcoming primary school?

We are looking for a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant for a long:term role commencing September 2026 at an established school in St Albans. Assisting pupils across Early Years, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2, this position is ideal for someone passionate about building pupil confidence, facilitating group learning, and maintaining a positive environment.

Core Responsibilities

• Classroom Assistance: Collaborate with class teachers to prepare materials, arrange activities, and ensure a structured, safe learning space.
• Small Group Interventions: Guide small group activities centred on early reading, literacy exercises, and core math skills.
• 1:1 Pupil Mentoring: Provide targeted individual assistance to children needing extra academic support or those with Special Educational Needs (SEND).
• Behaviour Support: Implement positive behaviour techniques to keep pupils calm, focused, and motivated throughout the day.
• Display and Resource Prep: Help construct interactive display boards and set up practical resources for daily lessons.
• Safeguarding and Welfare: Ensure student safety across classroom sessions, assembly times, and outdoor break periods.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience: Background working alongside children in primary schools, nurseries, or community youth settings (Level 2 or 3 TA qualification is desirable).
• Core Strengths: Strong verbal communication, flexibility, patience, and a solid grasp of primary reading, writing, and math fundamentals.
• Team Player: A proactive, encouraging approach focused on working seamlessly alongside teaching staff.
• Vetting Checks: An Enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service (or readiness to process a new one through Randstad).

Benefits of Partnering with Randstad

• Hourly Pay Rates: GBP14.24 : GBP15.35 per hour.
• September 2026 Ready: Secure your upcoming autumn placement early at a high:performing primary school in St Albans.
• Continuous Professional Growth: Free access to accredited CPD modules including Autism Awareness, Safeguarding, and Team:Teach.
• Dedicated Consultancy: Personalised support from Neeraj, your local recruitment consultant who understands Hertfordshire school settings.
• Referral Scheme: Earn GBP300 in shopping vouchers for every qualified teacher or teaching assistant you successfully refer.