Teaching Assistant

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Primary School

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Maldon, Essex
ASAP
£90-£105 per day
Full-time, Monday-Friday
EYFS / KS1 / KS2
Primary

Are you a passionate and experienced Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity within a welcoming primary school?

Would you love to join a school where you can make a genuine difference to children's learning, confidence and development?

Academics are currently working with a lovely primary school in Maldon who are looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team as soon as possible.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is warm, nurturing, proactive and passionate about supporting children to reach their full potential.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher to provide engaging and effective support across the classroom.

Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting pupils with their learning both individually and within small groups
Working alongside the class teacher to deliver engaging learning activities
Providing additional support to pupils who require extra help with their learning or development
Supporting positive behaviour and encouraging pupils to become confident, independent learners
Building strong and trusting relationships with children
Helping to create an inclusive, safe and stimulating classroom environment
Supporting children with additional needs where required
Assisting with classroom preparation and general learning activities
Working collaboratively with teachers, support staff and parentsWe're looking for someone who is:

Experienced working within a primary school environment
Warm, caring and genuinely passionate about working with children
Confident supporting children on a 1:1 and small-group basis
Patient, resilient and adaptable
Able to build positive relationships quickly
Confident supporting behaviour and maintaining boundaries
A strong communicator and team player
Reliable, punctual and committed
Passionate about helping every child achieve their potentialExperience supporting children with SEND would be highly desirable, although the school is also happy to consider candidates with strong mainstream primary experience.

You'll be joining a school that is committed to creating a positive, inclusive and supportive environment where both children and staff can thrive.

You'll have the opportunity to:

-Make a genuine impact on children's lives
-Work alongside an experienced and supportive team
-Develop your experience across primary education
-Build strong relationships with pupils and staff
-Potentially secure a longer-term opportunity for the right candidate

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If you're an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant who is ready to make an immediate impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Sarah at Academics to find out more about the role.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Maldon

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

10-09-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English