Teaching Assistant - Primary - Flexible Working

Aspire People; Hardingstone; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking reliable, adaptable and enthusiastic Supply Teaching Assistants to support a range of Northamptonshire schools with flexible day-to-day cover.

Assignments across Northampton, Kettering, Corby, Wellingborough and surrounding areas require travel; candidates should be able to travel between locations and start ASAP. The role involves supporting teachers and pupils, enabling learning, and maintaining a safe, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant or supporting children in educational settings.
• Patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow teachers' instructions and adapt to new environments.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers and pupils across diverse educational settings.
• Assist in classroom activities and with individuals or small groups.
• Help pupils stay engaged, focused and motivated.
• Support classroom routines and maintain a positive behaviour environment.
• Provide additional assistance to pupils with different learning needs.
• Collaborate with teachers and school staff to ensure continuity of learning.

Skills

Reliable

Adaptable

Good communication

Interpersonal skills

Punctuality

Flexibility

SEND experience

Job description

Supply Teaching Assistant - Northamptonshire | Flexible Agency Work

Supply TA | Day-to-Day Cover | Multiple School Locations | ASAP Start

Locations: Northampton, Kettering, Corby, Wellingborough and surrounding areas

Job Type: Agency / Temporary Supply

Working Pattern: Flexible supply assignments, depending on school requirements

Start Date: ASAP, subject to availability and registration

Supply Teaching Assistant - Northamptonshire

Are you a reliable, adaptable and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking for flexible supply work across Northamptonshire?

We are recruiting Supply Teaching Assistants to support a range of schools in Northampton, Kettering, Corby, Wellingborough and the surrounding areas.

School requirements vary across the county, so we are looking for candidates who are flexible and able to travel to different locations depending on where support is needed.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Teaching Assistants who enjoy working in different school environments and are available to provide day-to-day cover when required.

The Role

As a Supply Teaching Assistant, you will support teachers and pupils across a variety of educational settings, helping maintain continuity of learning and ensuring pupils receive the support they need.

Depending on the assignment, your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting classroom learning and educational activities.
• Working with individuals and small groups of pupils.
• Helping pupils remain engaged, focused and motivated.
• Supporting classroom routines and positive behaviour.
• Providing additional assistance to pupils with different learning needs.
• Working collaboratively with teachers and other school staff.
• Helping maintain a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Adapting quickly to different classrooms, schools and expectations.

Assignments may vary depending on school requirements and your experience.

Locations and Flexibility

We have school requirements across Northamptonshire, including:

• Northampton.
• Kettering.
• Corby.
• Wellingborough.
• Surrounding towns and villages.

Flexibility to travel across these areas is important. Candidates who can accept assignments at different schools and locations will be well suited to this opportunity.

Reliable transport and the ability to commute to different school locations are highly advantageous.

What We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant or supporting children in an educational setting.
• A patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence supporting pupils with different abilities and learning needs.
• The ability to follow teachers' instructions and adapt to new environments.
• A reliable, punctual and professional attitude.
• Flexibility to accept supply assignments as school requirements arise.
• The ability to travel to schools across Northamptonshire.
• Experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) would be beneficial for assignments requiring additional support.

Why Consider Supply Teaching Assistant Work?

• Flexible opportunities across a range of schools.
• Experience working in different educational settings.
• The opportunity to build your skills and classroom experience.
• Assignments offered according to school demand and your availability.
• The potential to develop relationships with local schools through regular cover.

Please note that supply assignments are dependent on school requirements and are not guaranteed every day.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks