Teaching Assistant- Ng12

Connex Education Partnership; Cotgrave; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Connex Education Partnership is seeking a Supply Teaching Assistant to support primary pupils in Cotgrave (NG12). Roles involve assisting KS1 and KS2 classes with general classroom tasks, plus one-to-one or small-group support. The team prioritises reliability and a proactive, confident approach to behaviour management.

Assignments run 1–5 days per week, starting ASAP. The candidate should be flexible and engaged, with a commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare.

Qualifications

• Experience with children aged 4-11 in UK primary schools.
• Good communication and behaviour management skills.
• Understanding of classroom routines and the primary curriculum.
• Knowledge of Phonics and Read, Write Inc. is desirable.
• Organised, adaptable and enthusiastic.
• Must hold a DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Support both Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 classes with general classroom assistance.
• Provide one-to-one or small group support as needed.
• Assist with managing behaviour and maintaining positive learning environments.

Skills

Experience with children 4-11

Good communication

Behaviour management

Phonics knowledge desirable

Job description

Supply Teaching Assistant

Cotgrave (NG12)

£425 - £475 per week depending on experience

About the role

Connex Education is working with a number of fantastic primary schools in and around Cotgrave (NG12), who are looking for Teaching Assistants to work on a day to day supply basis. These roles involve supporting both Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 classes, offering general classroom assistance as well as one-to-one or small group support, depending on the needs of each school.

The schools we work with value teamwork and consistency, and they aim to ensure all learners receive the help they need to thrive. We are looking for Teaching Assistants who are reliable, flexible, proactive, and confident in supporting learning and managing behaviour. Successful candidates will become an integral part of a collaborative and welcoming school environment.

About the school

The schools are well-resourced and offer supportive team environments focused on raising pupil outcomes and maintaining positive learning cultures. They are looking for dedicated and adaptable Teaching Assistants who can build rapport with pupils, support classroom routines, and contribute to the wider school community.

Assignment Details

These roles are available for 1 to 5 days per week, starting ASAP

Benefits of working with Connex Education

• Competitive daily rate.
• PAYE paid weekly.
• Free access to our accredited CPD platform.
• Career progression opportunities via our conversion
• courses.
• Wellbeing programme and refresher training for life in a
• 21st century classroom.

Person Specification

• Experience working with children aged 4-11 in a UK primary school setting
• Good communication and behaviour management skills
• Understanding of classroom routines and the primary curriculum
• Knowledge of Phonics and Read, Write Inc. is desirable
• Organised, adaptable and enthusiastic
• Must hold a DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one

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 safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

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.