Primary School Teaching Asssitant New

Teaching Assistant
Location: Chester Primary Schools
Start: Immediate & September opportunities available
Hours: Full-time
Contract: Long-term placements
Pay: £90–£120 per day (dependent on experience)

Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a network of welcoming primary schools across Chester to recruit dedicated Teaching Assistants for a range of long-term roles.

We have multiple full-time opportunities available, supporting pupils across Early Years, KS1, and KS2. Roles are available for both immediate starts and the upcoming September academic year.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers to support pupils in their learning, both in whole-class settings and through 1:1 or small group interventions. You will help create a positive, inclusive classroom environment where all children can thrive and reach their full potential.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who are passionate about education and making a meaningful difference in primary school settings.

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils
• Support learning across Early Years, KS1, and KS2
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and accessible lessons
• Help manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies
• Encourage pupil confidence, independence, and participation
• Support children with varying learning needs and abilities
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and other professionals
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, behaviour management, and health & safety
• Contribute to a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment

You may have experience working with children in education, childcare, youth work, or support roles. You will be enthusiastic, patient, and adaptable, with a strong commitment to supporting children’s learning and development.

You should be confident building positive relationships with pupils and staff, and comfortable supporting learning across a primary classroom.

• Experience working with children or young people
• Experience within a UK school or education setting
• A proactive, patient, and flexible approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to adapt within a primary school environment
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Right to work in the UK
• GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent)

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Teaching Assistant, Childcare, or similar
• Experience in a primary school setting
• Phonics or early years experience
• Behaviour management or safeguarding training

• Multiple long-term opportunities across Chester primary schools
• Immediate and September-start roles available
• Full-time, long-term positions within supportive school environments
• Competitive daily pay rates
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Access to ongoing training, CPD, and career development