Primary Teaching Assistant 

Pay Rate: £95-£115 per day depending on experience 

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for your next rewarding role? Are you passionate about supporting children in their educational journey and helping them develop the confidence and skills they need to succeed? 

Chalk Education are recruiting for a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive primary school in Reading. This is a long-term, full-time position starting immediately and offers an excellent opportunity to make a positive impact within a nurturing educational environment. 

Job Description 

This role will involve: 

• Supporting pupils across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 within the classroom. 

• Providing one-to-one and small group interventions to support learning and development. 

• Assisting the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons. 

• Supporting pupils with varying learning needs and abilities to access the curriculum. 

• Promoting positive behaviour and helping to maintain a productive learning environment. 

• Supporting children's social, emotional, and academic development. 

• Preparing classroom resources and assisting with classroom organisation. 

• Building positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents to support successful outcomes. 

Alongside the staff, you will be responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people. 

To be considered for this role you will need: 

• Previous experience working within a primary school setting or supporting children in education, childcare, youth work, or similar environments. 

• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not essential. 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 

• A positive, patient, and proactive approach to supporting children's learning. 

• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and use your own initiative. 

• Knowledge of effective behaviour management strategies. 

• A genuine passion for helping children achieve their full potential. 

Additional requirements: 

• References confirming suitability for role. 

• Commitment to safeguarding. 

• Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service. 

• Eligibility to work in the UK. 

Benefits 

• Support from dedicated and knowledgeable specialist consultants. 

• Continual professional development through online training. 

• Competitive pay rates related to your experience. 

• Opportunities within a range of schools and educational settings. 

• Refer a friend bonus with £100 in vouchers for both parties. 

For more information, please contact Sam Alozie on 07377 969649. 

Please note that the advertised pay rate is inclusive of holiday pay.