Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant (Full Time, Temporary)

Sunderland

£462.80 - £500 per week (salary is depending on experience and/or qualifications)

September 2026 - July 2027

A friendly primary school is seeking a full-time Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant to support pupils across the school. The role involves working closely with class teachers to deliver classroom support, leading small group interventions, and providing individual support where required. The successful candidate will be adaptable, proactive, and committed to creating a positive learning environment. Previous experience supporting the Little Wandle phonics scheme or working with pupils with SEN is desirable.

• Experience of working within KS1/2.
• Experience of working with pupils with SEND.
• A passion for the progress of pupils.
• An ability to work as part of a team.

As a Teaching Assistant, part of our team, you benefit from:

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration.)
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.