Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant - Salisbury

Prospero Teaching is looking for a positive, patient and proactive Teaching Assistant to join schools in the Salisbury area. This role involves supporting pupils throughout the school day, helping them engage with learning, and assisting teachers in maintaining a productive, welcoming classroom.

You’ll provide a combination of in‑class support, small‑group help and occasional 1:1 guidance for pupils who need more focused assistance. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and wants to gain valuable experience in education.

Whether you have previous school experience or you’re a graduate exploring teaching, psychology, SEN, or child development, this role offers daily variety and the chance to make a meaningful difference.

• Support pupils during lessons and help reinforce learning
• Work with pupils in small groups or 1:1 when needed
• Assist teachers with classroom tasks, learning activities, and resource prep
• Encourage positive behaviour, participation and independence
• Help pupils stay focused and confident throughout the day
• Contribute to a calm, inclusive and supportive school environment
• Support pupils through transitions between activities

• Experience working with children (school, tutoring, childcare, coaching, youth work, mentoring)
• Friendly, patient, and able to build good rapport with pupils
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Adaptable and confident supporting different year groups
• Reliable, proactive and keen to learn
• Psychology, education, or child development graduates welcomed

• Position:
  Teaching Assistant
• Location:
  
  Salisbury
• Start: ASAP
• Hours:
  
  Full‑time, term‑time
• Pay: £14.66‑£15.66 per hour
• Contract:
  
  Flexible

• Experience with children desirable but not essential
• Safeguarding training can be provided
• Behaviour‑support understanding helpful

• Right to work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
• Two references

• Free accredited CPD (safeguarding, behaviour management, etc.)
• Support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities for long‑term development and progression
• A rewarding role supporting pupils’ academic and personal growth

If you want a fulfilling role supporting pupils in Salisbury and gaining meaningful classroom experience, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your up‑to‑date CV