Teaching Assistant

Job description

Teaching Assistant – King's Lynn – Immediate Start

Teach is currently recruiting a caring, enthusiastic and reliable Teaching Assistant for a long-term opportunity at a primary school in King's Lynn, starting as soon as possible. This is a full-time role, working five days a week, offering the opportunity to become part of a school team and make a real difference to pupils' learning and development.

We're looking for someone who is passionate about supporting children, enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to helping pupils reach their full potential.

What will you be doing?

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher to support pupils throughout the school day. Your responsibilities may include:

• Providing classroom support and assisting with daily learning activities
• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Helping pupils develop their confidence, independence and social skills
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement in lessons
• Supporting pupils with additional learning needs
• Adapting your approach to meet individual learning needs
• Helping to create a positive, inclusive and supportive classroom environment
• Building strong, positive relationships with pupils and staff

SEND experience is welcomed

Experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) would be beneficial, particularly in areas such as:

• Autism / ASC
• ADHD
• Communication and interaction needs
• Complex learning needs
• Social, emotional and mental health needs
• Behavioural support

However, we welcome applications from Teaching Assistants with a range of backgrounds who have the right skills, attitude and enthusiasm for supporting primary-aged children.

Experience in childcare, care, support work or other roles involving children and young people may also be relevant.

What we're looking for

We're looking for someone who is:

• Caring, patient and approachable
• Reliable, professional and committed to a long-term role
• Passionate about supporting children's learning and development
• Confident building positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Adaptable and able to respond to pupils' individual needs
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
• Available t...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Kings Lynn

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

24-10-2026

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