Year 5 Teaching Assistant - Long-Term

Location: Whaley Bridge, High Peak
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Long-Term
Days: Wednesday & Friday
Hours: 8:30am-3:30pm
Pay: Competitive daily rates, paid weekly via our in-house PAYE payroll

Premier Education is recruiting an experienced Teaching Assistant for a regular, long-term position at a welcoming primary school in Whaley Bridge.

The role involves working within a Year 5 class every Wednesday and Friday, providing consistent classroom support and helping pupils make positive progress throughout the academic year.

We are looking for someone reliable and committed who can build positive relationships with pupils and work effectively alongside the class teacher and wider school team.

Previous experience working within a UK primary school is essential for this position.

• Supporting pupils within a Year 5 classroom
• Working alongside the class teacher to support teaching and learning
• Providing individual and small-group support where required
• Helping pupils remain focused and engaged with their learning
• Supporting pupils with literacy and numeracy activities
• Encouraging positive behaviour, confidence and independence
• Providing consistent support every Wednesday and Friday
• Working collaboratively with teachers and other support staff

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant within a UK primary school is essential
• Experience supporting KS2 pupils is highly desirable
• Confident supporting literacy and numeracy at KS2 level
• A patient, positive and proactive approach
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable and able to commit to Wednesdays and Fridays on a long-term basis
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

• Regular, long-term work
• Wednesday and Friday every week
• 8:30am-3:30pm
• Opportunity to become an established member of the school team
• Competitive daily pay rates
• Weekly pay through our in-house PAYE payroll
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Premier Education consultant

Premier Education is a trusted education recruitment agency, proudly supporting schools and educators across the North of England since 2001. We take the time to understand your needs and work hard to find you the right role, every time.

The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks in line with safer recruitment practices. This role involves safeguarding responsibilities, and candidates must be committed to promoting the welfare of children and young people.

All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship for non-UK candidates.
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