Teaching Assistant Bourne

Justteachers Ltd; South Kesteven; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd. in Bourne is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a friendly primary school on a full-time, long-term basis from September 2026. You will support Key Stage 2 pupils and help create an engaging learning environment.

The role runs Monday to Friday, 8:20am–3:30pm, with long-term supply intended for the full academic year. A nurturing school ethos and supportive leadership team are highlighted in the briefing.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children in a primary school, educational, childcare, or youth setting.
• A patient, caring, and supportive approach to working with children.
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A proactive, flexible, and enthusiastic attitude.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Two recent education-based references.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and effective lessons across the primary curriculum.
• Work with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning and support progress.
• Assist in the preparation and organisation of classroom resources and learning activities.
• Help create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.
• Support pupils’ academic, social, emotional, and personal development.
• Encourage positive behaviour and model appropriate attitudes and interactions.
• Provide additional support for pupils with varying abilities and learning needs.
• Promote pupil confidence, independence, and engagement in learning.
• Assist with classroom management and daily routines.
• Support the implementation of intervention programmes where required.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, carers, and colleagues.
• Contribute to educational visits, enrichment activities, and school events.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development opportunities.
• Promote safeguarding and pupil welfare at all times.
• Uphold the school’s values and commitment to high standards of teaching and learning.

Skills

Patient and caring

Team player

Organised

Proactive

Safeguarding

Job description

About the role:

justteachers are working in partnership with a friendly and supportive primary school in Bourne who are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time, long-term basis from September.

Start date –

September 2026

Hours –

Monday to Friday, 8.20am – 3.30pm

Contract –

Long term supply, expected to last the full academic year

The successful candidate will work closely with Key Stage 2 pupils, providing classroom support and helping to create a positive and engaging learning environment where every child can thrive.

The school prides itself on its nurturing ethos, supportive leadership team, and commitment to helping all pupils reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and effective lessons across the primary curriculum.
• Work with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning and support progress.
• Assist in the preparation and organisation of classroom resources and learning activities.
• Help create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.
• Support pupils’ academic, social, emotional, and personal development.
• Encourage positive behaviour and model appropriate attitudes and interactions.
• Provide additional support for pupils with varying abilities and learning needs.
• Promote pupil confidence, independence, and engagement in learning.
• Assist with classroom management and daily routines.
• Support the implementation of intervention programmes where required.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, carers, and colleagues.
• Contribute to educational visits, enrichment activities, and school events.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development opportunities.
• Promote safeguarding and pupil welfare at all times.
• Uphold the school’s values and commitment to high standards of teaching and learning.

Pre-requisites:

• Previous experience working with children in a primary school, educational, childcare, or youth setting.
• A patient, caring, and supportive approach to working with children.
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A proactive, flexible, and enthusiastic attitude.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Two recent education-based references.

If you are a motivated and caring Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding long-term opportunity within a supportive primary school in Bourne, we would love to hear from you.