training and education
E-learning modules
Primary Teaching Assistant
£14.24 - £15.35 per hour
Cheshunt
Are you an empathetic, proactive professional passionate about helping primary pupils overcome learning hurdles and build confidence in the classroom?
Can you work in close partnership with class teachers to run targeted booster sessions, provide tailored 1:1 attention, and keep learning spaces calm and focused?
Are you looking for a dependable, full-time classroom support role offering long-term stability at a welcoming primary school?
Randstad Education has partnered with an established partner Primary School in Cheshunt to appoint a dedicated, compassionate Teaching Assistant on a full-time, ongoing contract. Supporting pupils across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, this inclusive school provides a collaborative, well-resourced setting focused on academic attainment and student well-being. We are seeking a reliable practitioner ready to deliver small-group interventions in literacy and numeracy, assist pupils with additional learning needs, and ensure every child feels valued, capable, and motivated to achieve their best.
Core Responsibilities
- Targeted Learning Interventions: Collaborate with class teachers to lead structured small-group activities in phonics, guided reading, and foundational maths tailored to pupils' individual targets.
- Dedicated 1:1 & SEND Support: Provide patient, personalised assistance to children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) or English as an Additional Language (EAL), adapting tasks and materials to ensure full participation.
- Learning Space Preparation: Prepare visual schedules, set up practical learning manipulatives, and maintain an orderly, tidy, and safe classroom environment.
- Positive Behaviour Guidance: Model and reinforce whole-school positive behaviour values across lesson times, hall transitions, and playground breaks using consistent praise and gentle redirection.
- Progress Tracking & Feedback: Observe pupil engagement, note daily milestones or learning difficulties, and share clear, regular feedback with the class teacher and SENCO.
- Pastoral Encouragement: Serve as a reassuring, approachable mentor who helps children build self-esteem, navigate social interactions, and develop emotional resilience.
Candidate Profile
- Experience & Background: Prior experience working with primary-aged children (within schools, early years nurseries, or youth care settings) or a relevant Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable.
- Core Competencies: Confident literacy and numeracy skills, clear communication, and a solid understanding of primary classroom routines.
- Personal Demeanour: A patient, calm, and approachable manner with the consistency needed to guide young learners through challenges.
- Team Ethos: A collaborative, proactive attitude and a genuine commitment to working alongside teachers to safeguard and support pupil welfare.
- Compliance Checks: Holds an Enhanced Child Workforce DBS registered on the Update Service (or readiness to complete a new check via Randstad).
Why Partner with Randstad?
- Competitive Pay: £14.24 - £15.35 per hour
- Full-Time Job Security: Settle into a dependable, long-term classroom support role providing routine and stability at a friendly Cheshunt primary school.
- Free CPD Courses: Access certified development modules, including Autism Awareness, Behaviour Management, and Advanced Safeguarding.
- Dedicated Local Guidance: Personalised advice and continuous support from Neeraj, your dedicated recruitment consultant with specialised knowledge across Hertfordshire schools.
- Referral Rewards: Earn a £300 retail voucher for every qualified teacher or classroom support professional you successfully refer to our team!
How to Apply
If you are a dedicated and supportive individual ready to make a difference in a school setting, please apply immediately with your CV or contact Neeraj at neeraj.kommaravalli@randstad.co.uk for more information.
We are the UK market leader for recruitment in education. We have nearly two decades of experience helping teachers and support staff find temporary and permanent roles in schools, colleges, and nurseries. We partner with over 2,500 schools each week, supporting more than 135,000 children every day across the country, which allows us to find the right match for your skills.
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