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Primary School Teaching Assistant

United Kingdom, Plymouth 92.56 - 95.00 GBP / Day · Job Posted July 05, 2026
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Job Description

Are you passionate about inspiring young minds and making a genuine difference in children's education? We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Primary School Teaching Assistants to join vibrant, welcoming schools across Plymouth. Whether you are an experienced TA looking for a new challenge or a graduate aiming to build a career in education, this is the perfect opportunity to thrive in a supportive environment.

Job Responsibility

  • Supporting the classroom teacher in delivering engaging lessons
  • Working 1:1 or in small groups with pupils to boost their confidence and progress
  • Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment
  • Assisting with classroom management and preparing learning resources

Requirements

  • A patient, nurturing, and adaptable approach to working with children
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Experience working with children is highly desirable but not essential
  • A valid Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to apply for one)
  • ability to track progression in attainment
  • background in youth work
  • behaviour management
  • building relationships
  • classroom management
  • communication
  • de-escalation techniques
  • empathy
  • experience in administering medication
  • experience in managing challenging behaviour
  • experience with autism spectrum disorders
  • experience with learning difficulties
  • experience with social emotional mental health
  • inclusiveness
  • manual handling
  • marking
  • mentor experience
  • personal care experience
  • planning
  • resilience
  • restraint training
  • speech and language therapy experience
  • health and social care experience
  • health and social care qualifications (NVQ)
  • HLTA
  • NVQ level 2
  • NVQ level 3
  • NVQ level 4
  • high school
  • college
  • university

Nice to have

  • Experience working with children
  • HLTA

What we offer

  • training and education
  • Safeguarding and Prevent
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