Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; Turves Green; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking motivated Teaching Assistants for a mainstream primary school in the United Kingdom on a full-time, long-term basis, with immediate start.

The role supports students across primary age ranges, assisting with learning, behaviour, and inclusion. Ideal for graduates exploring teaching, educational psychology or youth work, and those with prior experience supporting children.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, patient and adaptable approach to classroom support.
• Confidence working with primary-aged students, including students with SEN.

Responsibilities

• Support students in the classroom to access learning and reach their full potential.
• Work with teachers to deliver engaging and effective lessons.
• Provide additional 1:1 support to students with SEN.
• Help maintain a positive classroom environment and promote good behaviour.
• Build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Support the wider school team to ensure all students feel safe and included.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal

Proactive

Patient

SEN support

Job description

We are seeking multiple motivated, enthusiastic and reliable Teaching Assistants to join a mainstream primary school on a full-time, long-term basis, starting as soon as possible.

This is an excellent opportunity for graduates considering a career in teaching, educational psychology, youth work or a related field, as well as individuals with previous experience supporting children and young people.

The Role:

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teaching staff to support students across the primary age range, helping to create a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting students in the classroom to access learning and reach their full potential.
• Working with teachers to deliver engaging and effective lessons.
• Providing additional support to students 1:1 with SEN
• Helping to maintain a positive classroom environment and promote good behaviour.
• Building positive relationships with students and staff.
• Supporting the wider school team to ensure all students feel safe, included and encouraged to succeed.

The Ideal Candidate:

• A genuine passion for education and supporting young people.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, patient and adaptable approach.
• Confidence working with primary-aged students, including students with SEN.