Description
Job Vacancy: Teaching Assistant – KS2 (Durham)
Are you passionate about supporting young learners and helping them achieve their potential? We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant primary school in Durham. This role is focused on working with Key Stage 2 (KS2) students, where you’ll make a meaningful impact on their educational journey.
Key Responsibilities:
Support teachers in delivering engaging lessons and activities
Work with small groups or individual students, providing tailored assistance
Help students with their learning, particularly in areas like literacy, numeracy, and social skills
Foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment
Assist with classroom management and maintain a safe learning space
What We’re Looking For:
Experience working with children, ideally in a primary school setting
A genuine passion for education and child development
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work as part of a team and independently
Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (preferred but not essential)
A positive, patient, and adaptable approach
Why Join Us?
A supportive and friendly team environment
Opportunities for professional development and training
Competitive salary and benefits
A chance to make a real difference in the lives of our students
If you’re ready to help inspire the next generation of learners, we’d love to hear from you!
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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