Teaching Assistants

Step Teachers Ltd; Beccles; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retail discounts

Travel offers

Gym memberships

Job summary

Step Teachers Ltd is seeking a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant to support pupils across various primary settings in Norfolk. The role offers flexible short-term and long-term placements, with opportunities to work across EYFS, KS1, and KS2 as needed.

Ideal candidates will be patient, engaging, and committed to safeguarding, with strong communication skills and the ability to adapt to different schools.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children in a primary school or educational setting.
• Understanding strategies to support learning across EYFS, KS1, or KS2.
• Patient, nurturing, and approachable manner.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Adaptable across different schools and classroom environments.
• Professional, reliable, and proactive approach.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil welfare.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils across the primary age range.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and accessible learning activities.
• Support pupils with varying needs, including SEND, when required.
• Promote positive behaviour and follow school behaviour policies.
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence, and positive learning habits.
• Prepare classroom resources and assist with lesson organisation.
• Monitor pupil progress and share observations with teaching staff.
• Support daily routines and contribute to wider school life during longer-term placements.

Skills

One-to-one support

Small-group support

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Adaptability

Reliability

Safeguarding commitment

Job description

Primary Teaching Assistant – Flexible short-term and long-term opportunities available immediately

These flexible opportunities are ideal for Teaching Assistants who enjoy variety and want to make a positive impact across different primary school settings. You will be supporting pupils in Great Yarmouth and the surrounding areas, helping children to access learning, build confidence, and thrive in a supportive classroom environment.

Duties as Primary Teaching Assistant:

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils across the primary age range
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and accessible learning activities
• Support pupils with varying needs, including SEND, when required
• Promote positive behaviour and follow school behaviour policies
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence, and positive learning habits
• Prepare classroom resources and assist with lesson organisation
• Monitor pupil progress and share observations with teaching staff
• Support daily routines and contribute to wider school life during longer-term placements

Ideal Primary Teaching Assistant:

• Previous experience supporting children in a primary school or educational setting
• Understanding of strategies to support learning across EYFS, KS1, or KS2
• Patient, nurturing, and approachable manner
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Adaptable across different schools and classroom environments
• Professional, reliable, and proactive approach
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare

Benefits for Teachers and Support Staff in Norfolk

• A competitive salary – depending on experience
• PAYE weekly pay – no umbrella or self-employed setups
• Exclusive perks – retail discounts, travel offers, gym memberships
• Well-being support – access to emotional and physical wellness services via our pay portal