Teaching Assistant

Location: Borehamwood
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, long-term placement
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in Borehamwood. This is a full-time position with an immediate start, providing the opportunity to support pupils across the primary age range in a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers to deliver engaging lessons, provide small-group and one-to-one support, and contribute to the overall development and well-being of pupils. Experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) is desirable, though not essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering high-quality lessons and activities.

• Work with pupils individually or in small groups to reinforce learning objectives.

• Provide targeted support for children with additional needs, including SEN, where required.

• Assist with the preparation of learning resources and classroom organisation.

• Promote positive behaviour and help maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.

• Support pupils’ social and emotional development, encouraging independence and confidence.

• Supervise pupils during non-classroom times such as lunch and break.

Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant or in an educational support role is desirable.

• SEN experience is advantageous but not essential.

• A genuine passion for supporting children’s education and well-being.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• Reliable, proactive, and flexible in approach.

• An enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

Benefits

• Join a welcoming and supportive primary school community.

• Gain valuable classroom-based experience in a mainstream setting.

• Opportunities for professional development and training.

• Competitive pay, with the potential for a longer-term or permanent role.

• Work as part of a dedicated and collaborative staff team.

How to Apply

If you are an enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant available to start immediately in Borehamwood, we would love to hear from you. Please apply today with your CV, and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss the role further.

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