Teaching Assistant

Description:

Are you passionate about supporting children to achieve their full potential?

Would you appreciate the flexibility of working across a variety of welcoming primary schools?

Can you bring enthusiasm, patience and positivity to the classroom environment?

TeacherActive is seeking dedicated and dependable Teaching Assistants to support a range of outstanding primary schools throughout Nottingham and the surrounding areas.

About Our Partner Schools

Our partner schools offer supportive teams, excellent facilities and inclusive environments where both staff and pupils can flourish. Whether you are interested in occasional days, regular weekly work, or a longer-term role, we can match you with opportunities that fit your availability.

Role Responsibilities

Supporting pupils across KS1 and KS2
Working with children individually and in small groups
Assisting teachers with lessons and classroom activities
Supporting pupils with additional needs as required
Encouraging positive behaviour, confidence and engagement
Helping to maintain a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment
Adhering to school safeguarding, allergy and medical procedures

Person Specification

Previous experience supporting the UK curriculum
A genuine passion for working with children
Sound knowledge of safeguarding responsibilities
Awareness of Benedict’s Law and the importance of allergy safety
A calm, patient and adaptable approach
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Confidence to work across different schools and year groups
A relevant Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not essential

What You Will Receive Working with TeacherActive

Flexible work tailored to your availability
Access to a broad network of excellent local schools
Competitive rates of pay
A dedicated consultant who understands your needs
Ongoing support throughout every placement
Opportunities for day-to-day, short-term and long-term work
Access to CPD courses and professional development
A simple and straightforward registration process
If you are a committed Teaching Assistant seeking flexible opportunities across Nottingham, we would be delighted to hear from you.

To apply, please contact Natasha Turner at TeacherActive on (phone number removed) or email .

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. 

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment