Teaching Assistant - BS35, South Gloucestershire Start: ASAP Hours: Part-time - Monday to Friday, mornings only A friendly and supportive school in the BS35 area is seeking a committed Teaching Assistant to provide consistent support within a KS2 classroom. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working as part of a collaborative team and is passionate about helping pupils thrive in a structured, encouraging environment. Role Overview ?? Provide general classroom support across the KS2 year group Work closely with the class teacher to deliver differentiated activities Help pupils remain focused, engaged and confident in their learning Assist with group tasks, interventions and daily classroom routines Support a positive learning atmosphere built on patience and encouragement Candidate Profile ?? Previous experience supporting pupils in KS2 is highly desirable Calm, adaptable and proactive approach Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport quickly Level 2/3 TA qualification advantageous Experience with phonics, reading interventions or KS2 curriculum support is beneficial Additional training valued, including: Supporting pupils with additional learning needs Behaviour management strategies Trauma-informed practice Communication-based training (e.g., BSL, Makaton) Team Teach or de-escalation training What You'll Receive ?? A warm, welcoming and collaborative school environment Support from experienced staff and clear guidance within the KS2 team Opportunities for ongoing CPD and skill development A rewarding role where you can directly support pupil progress Competitive morning-rate, dependent on experience. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk