Job Description:

We are currently recruiting for a full-time Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive primary school in Sunderland.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and wants to make a real difference to their learning and progress.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work across Years 1–6, providing targeted support to children in small groups and helping them to build confidence and develop their skills.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting small groups of pupils across Years 1–6.
• Delivering catch-up activities to help children close gaps in their learning.
• Supporting targeted children through interventions in areas such as literacy and numeracy.
• Working alongside class teachers to identify and support pupils who require additional help.
• Helping children develop confidence, independence and positive attitudes towards learning.
• Providing encouragement and creating a positive, engaging learning environment.
• Supporting the wider classroom when required.

About You

The school is looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about working with children and supporting their education.
• Patient, caring and approachable.
• Confident working with children of different ages and abilities.
• Able to work effectively as part of a school team.
• Reliable, enthusiastic and committed to helping children succeed.
• No formal qualifications are required, although a Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable.
• Previous experience working with children in a school or educational setting is necessary.

Why Join?

This is a great opportunity to join a supportive primary school in Sunderland and play an important role in helping children overcome learning gaps and achieve their potential.

If you are enthusiastic about education and would love the opportunity to support children through targeted interventions and small-group work, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today to take the next step in your education career.