Teaching Assistant / Administration Assistant

Primary School | Full-Time | September 2026 Start

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and inclusive Primary School for a Teaching Assistant / Administration Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis from September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and organised individual who enjoys working with children and supporting the day-to-day operations of a busy school environment.

Teaching Assistant Duties

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons and activities.
• Work with pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups to support learning.
• Encourage positive behaviour and pupil engagement.
• Assist in preparing classroom resources and learning materials.
• Support pupils with additional educational needs when required.
• Help create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.

Administration Duties

• Provide administrative support to the school office.
• Answer telephone calls and deal with enquiries professionally.
• Maintain accurate pupil records and update school systems.
• Assist with attendance monitoring and reporting.
• Prepare school correspondence, letters, and documentation.
• Support the organisation of meetings, events, and school communications.
• Ensure confidentiality and compliance with school policies and safeguarding procedures.

• Previous experience working with children and/or within an administrative role.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
• A professional, flexible, and proactive approach.

• A supportive and friendly environment.
• Opportunities for training and development.
• A rewarding role supporting children's education and wellbeing.
• Full-time working hours during term time.

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.
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