Primary Teaching Assistant Location: South Shields Salary: £90 – £120 per day Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Full-Time GSL Education are currently recruiting a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive primary school in South Shields. This Primary Teaching Assistant role is ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting children’s learning and development within a primary school setting. As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers to support pupils across the primary curriculum and help create a positive and inclusive learning environment. The school is keen to appoint a Primary Teaching Assistant who is caring, proactive, and enthusiastic about making a difference. The Role of the Primary Teaching Assistant Will Include: Supporting pupils with their learning in line with the primary national curriculum. Assisting the class teacher with daily classroom activities. Working with small groups or on a one-to-one basis as a Primary Teaching Assistant. Supporting behaviour and promoting positive engagement in lessons. Helping to deliver creative and engaging learning activities. Providing a high standard of safeguarding and pastoral care as a Primary Teaching Assistant. The Ideal Primary Teaching Assistant Will: Be available to work Monday to Friday. Have experience in a primary school setting (desirable but not essential). Be kind, patient, and enthusiastic. Have strong communication and teamwork skills. Hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply). Have a fully checkable work history. Please note, this Primary Teaching Assistant position requires a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection. All successful applicants must satisfy safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one). As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing high-quality Primary Teaching Assistants to schools across the North East. To apply, submit your up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch. Referral Bonus: We are currently offering £100 for the successful referral of Teachers or Teaching Assistants.