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We are seeking a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant to join our partner Primary School in Leighton Buzzard for a long-term position with an immediate start. This welcoming, community-focused school is renowned for its inclusive environment and excellent student development programmes. In this full-time role, you will work across Early Years, Key Stage 1, or Key Stage 2, serving as a reliable mentor and an essential support system for pupils as they navigate their foundational school years.
Job Responsibility
Targeted Classroom Support: Work closely with students on a 1:1 or small-group basis, delivering tailored literacy, numeracy, and phonics interventions to help close learning gaps
Teacher Partnership: Collaborate seamlessly with the Class Teacher to set up learning resources, manage classroom displays, and maintain a highly organised, positive environment
Inclusion & SEND Advocacy: Provide dedicated guidance to pupils with additional needs (such as Autism, ADHD, or speech and language delays), implementing individual learning plans with patience and care
Positive Behaviour Support: Encourage high standards of behaviour by utilising the school's positive reinforcement strategies, helping children stay focused and emotionally regulated
Progress Tracking: Observe and record student engagement and breakthroughs, offering clear feedback to the Class Teacher and SENCO to help shape future learning plans
Holistic School Care: Assist with playground supervision, lunchtime duties, and school excursions, ensuring the highest standards of safety and student welfare
Requirements
Teaching
121 teaching experience
communication
effective discipline
empathy
engaging
EYFS experience (foundation years)
FMS experience
good behaviour management skills
good classroom management
good communication skills
key stage 1 experience
key stage 2 experience
knowledge of curriculum
motivated
nursery experience (ages 3-4)
PPA teaching experience
reception experience
SEN experience
SIMS experience
teaching assistant experience
using school software:
years 1-6 experience
Nice to have
Prior experience working with children in a school, nursery, childcare, youth club, or sports coaching setting
What we offer
Competitive Pay: £95 - £105 per day
Immediate Job Stability
Continuous Portfolio Growth: free access to library of certified CPD courses