Primary Teaching Assistants

Primary Teaching Assistant – Flexible supply, day‑to‑day and short‑term opportunities

These flexible Primary Teaching Assistant opportunities are ideal for individuals who enjoy variety and want to make a positive impact across different primary school settings. Working on supply allows a Primary Teaching Assistant to support pupils’ learning, wellbeing, and engagement while gaining experience across a range of classrooms and year groups. These roles suit those seeking adaptable work patterns and the chance to contribute meaningfully to pupils’ development.

• Support pupils’ learning across EYFS, KS1, and KS2 under the direction of the class teacher
• Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning and promote progress
• Assist with classroom organisation, preparation of resources, and daily routines
• Promote positive behaviour and support pupils’ social and emotional development
• Support pupils with additional needs where required
• Encourage engagement, confidence, and independence in learning
• Follow safeguarding procedures and school policies at all times
• Provide feedback to teachers on pupil progress and engagement
• Represent Step Teachers professionally while working as a Primary Teaching Assistant

• Previous experience working as a Primary Teaching Assistant or in a primary school setting
• A positive, patient, and supportive approach to working with children
• Confidence supporting pupils across different age groups and abilities
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Flexibility and reliability when working on supply
• A proactive and adaptable attitude to classroom support
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Willingness to follow guidance and adapt quickly to new school environments
• Enthusiasm for supporting learning as a Primary Teaching Assistant

Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.