Job Description:

Teaching Assistant

St Albans

£14.24 - £15.35 per hour

Are you a supportive, driven individual who wants to guide young learners toward achieving their full potential?

Can you bring positivity, compassion, and a hands-on attitude to assist teachers in creating dynamic, inclusive lessons?

Are you searching for an adaptable or full-time long-term support position starting this autumn in a welcoming primary school?

We are looking for a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant for a long-term role commencing September 2026 at an established school in St Albans. Assisting pupils across Early Years, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2, this position is ideal for someone passionate about building pupil confidence, facilitating group learning, and maintaining a positive environment.

• Classroom Assistance: Collaborate with class teachers to prepare materials, arrange activities, and ensure a structured, safe learning space.
• Small Group Interventions: Guide small group activities centred on early reading, literacy exercises, and core math skills.
• 1:1 Pupil Mentoring: Provide targeted individual assistance to children needing extra academic support or those with Special Educational Needs (SEND).
• Behaviour Support: Implement positive behaviour techniques to keep pupils calm, focused, and motivated throughout the day.
• Display & Resource Prep: Help construct interactive display boards and set up practical resources for daily lessons.
• Safeguarding & Welfare: Ensure student safety across classroom sessions, assembly times, and outdoor break periods.

• Experience: Background working alongside children in primary schools, nurseries, or community youth settings (Level 2 or 3 TA qualification is desirable).
• Core Strengths: Strong verbal communication, flexibility, patience, and a solid grasp of primary reading, writing, and math fundamentals.
• Team Player: A proactive, encouraging approach focused on working seamlessly alongside teaching staff.
• Vetting Checks: An Enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service (or readiness to process a new one through Randstad).

• Hourly Pay Rates: £14.24 - £15.35 per hour.
• September 2026 Ready: Secure your upcoming autumn placement early at a high-performing primary school in St Albans.
• Continuous Professional Growth: Free access to accredited CPD modules including Autism Awareness, Safeguarding, and Team-Teach.
• Dedicated Consultancy: Personalised support from Neeraj, your local recruitment consultant who understands Hertfordshire school settings.
• Referral Scheme: Earn £300 in shopping vouchers for every qualified teacher or teaching assistant you successfully refer.

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 (url removed) 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.