Teaching Assistant Primary school

Teaching Tomorrow; Bedford; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Teaching Tomorrow, Bedford, is seeking enthusiastic Teaching Assistants with primary school experience to support local primary schools on temporary assignments.

You will assist with engaging lesson delivery, provide one-to-one and small-group support, and help manage classrooms while contributing to pupils' academic, social and emotional development.

Role offers flexible hours with PAYE or umbrella arrangements; pay is for temporary assignments in the Bedford area.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant in a primary school setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt across different year groups and school environments.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the class teacher with the delivery of engaging lessons and classroom activities.
• Providing one-to-one and small-group support to pupils, helping them access learning and reach their full potential.
• Assisting with classroom management and maintaining a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Supporting pupils with their academic, social and emotional development.
• Helping to prepare classroom resources and learning materials.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and promoting pupil engagement throughout the school day.

Skills

Team working

Communication skills

Patience

Flexible attitude

Job description

Teaching Tomorrow is looking for enthusiastic, caring and reliable Teaching Assistants with primary school experience to support local primary schools in Bedford. This will be for temporary assignments.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting children’s learning, helping pupils develop their confidence and creating a positive, engaging classroom environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting the class teacher with the delivery of engaging lessons and classroom activities.
• Providing one-to-one and small-group support to pupils, helping them access learning and reach their full potential.
• Assisting with classroom management and maintaining a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Supporting pupils with their academic, social and emotional development.
• Helping to prepare classroom resources and learning materials.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and promoting pupil engagement throughout the school day.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant within a primary school setting.
• A genuine passion for working with children and supporting their development.
• A patient, caring and proactive approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and use initiative when required.
• A flexible and adaptable attitude to working across different year groups and school environments.

Teaching Tomorrow are an employment business that is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants are subject to pre-employment checks including satisfactory references and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

We offer payment through both PAYE and umbrella services. All advertised pay rates include holiday pay.