Teaching Assistant - Primary

Aspire People; Puckeridge; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive school community

Professional development

Staff wellbeing

Make a difference

Friendly school environment

Job summary

Aspiring to join a friendly, supportive primary school in Ware, Aspire People is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils across the primary age range. You will work closely with class teachers to create an inclusive, stimulating learning environment where every child can succeed.

The role focuses on individual and small-group support, helping pupils build confidence and independence while fostering positive attitudes toward learning. Start date 1st October 2026.

Qualifications

• Passion for working with children.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with learning both individually and in small groups.
• Assist class teacher to deliver engaging activities.
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence and positive attitudes toward learning.
• Support children with additional needs where appropriate.
• Promote positive behaviour and strong relationships with pupils.
• Assist with classroom organisation and preparation of resources.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school.

Skills

Patience

Teamwork

Communication

Relationship building

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Enthusiasm

Job description

Primary Teaching Assistant

Location: Ware, Hertfordshire

Salary: 95- 105

Contract: Temp-Perm for the right candidate

Hours: Full-Time - Monday and Friday 8:30am - 15:30pm

Start Date: 1st October 2026

Join Our Friendly and Supportive Primary School

We are looking for an enthusiastic, caring and committed Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team and play an important role in supporting our pupils to achieve their very best.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers to provide high-quality support to children across the primary age range. You will help create a positive, inclusive and stimulating learning environment where every child feels valued and able to succeed.

The Role

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils with their learning, both individually and in small groups.
• Working alongside the class teacher to deliver engaging learning activities.
• Helping pupils develop confidence, independence and positive attitudes towards learning.
• Supporting children with additional needs where appropriate.
• Promoting positive behaviour and strong relationships with pupils.
• Assisting with classroom organisation and preparation of resources.
• Contributing to the wider life of the school.

We Are Looking For Someone Who

• Is passionate about working with children and helping them succeed.
• Is patient, caring and approachable.
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Can build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• Is enthusiastic, reliable and willing to learn.
• Has high expectations of themselves and the children they support.
• Previous experience working in a primary school or with children is desirable, but not essential.

We Can Offer You

• A welcoming and supportive school community.
• A friendly and dedicated team of teachers and support staff.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A positive environment where staff wellbeing is valued.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to children's lives and learning.

If you are enthusiastic about education and would love to be part of a school where every child matters, we would love to hear from you.