Job Description
Teaching AssistantLocation: Chester Primary SchoolsStart: Immediate & September opportunities availableHours: Full-timeContract: Long-term placementsPay: £90–£120 per day (dependent on experience)
About the Role
Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a network of welcoming primary schools across Chester to recruit dedicated Teaching Assistants for a range of long-term roles.
We have multiple full-time opportunities available, supporting pupils across Early Years, KS1, and KS2. Roles are available for both immediate starts and the upcoming September academic year.
As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers to support pupils in their learning, both in whole-class settings and through 1:1 or small group interventions. You will help create a positive, inclusive classroom environment where all children can thrive and reach their full potential.
This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who are passionate about education and making a meaningful difference in primary school settings.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils
* Support learning across Early Years, KS1, and KS2
* Assist teachers in delivering engaging and accessible lessons
* Help manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies
* Encourage pupil confidence, independence, and participation
* Support children with varying learning needs and abilities
* Work collaboratively with teaching staff and other professionals
* Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback
* Maintain high standards of safeguarding, behaviour management, and health & safety
* Contribute to a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment
About You
You may have experience working with children in education, childcare, youth work, or support roles. You will be enthusiastic, patient, and adaptable, with a strong commitment to supporting children’s learning and development.
You should be confident building positive relationships with pupils and staff, and comfortable supporting learning across a primary classroom.
Essential Requirements
* Experience working with children or young people
* Experience within a UK school or education setting
* A proactive, patient, and flexible approach
* Strong communication and teamwork skills
* Ability to adapt within a primary school environment
* Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
* Right to work in the UK
* GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent)
Desirable
* NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Teaching Assistant, Childcare, or similar
* Experience in a primary school setting
* Phonics or early years experience
* Behaviour management or safeguarding training
Why Work with Teaching Personnel?
* Multiple long-term opportunities across Chester primary schools
* Immediate and September-start roles available
* Full-time, long-term positions within supportive school environments
* Competitive daily pay rates
* Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
* Access to ongoing training, CPD, and career development
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.