Teaching Assistant - Grade 6

Job Title: Teaching Assistant

Location: Cheshire, North West England

Salary: Competitive daily rate, dependent on experience

Employment Type: Temporary, full-time

Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic, and inspiring Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Cheshire. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for both experienced Teaching Assistants and recently qualified teachers to gain valuable school-based experience within a supportive environment. The successful candidate will motivate, encourage, and engage children while maintaining high expectations to support their learning and development.

Key Responsibilities:
As a Teaching Assistant based in Cheshire, your daily duties will include:

• Supporting pupils across all areas of the primary school curriculum.
• Motivating, encouraging, and engaging children in their learning.
• Acting as a positive role model and maintaining high standards of behaviour and attainment.
• Assisting teachers with planning, teaching, and assessment activities.
• Monitoring and tracking pupil progress to identify additional support needs.
• Providing tailored support to meet individual learning and developmental needs.
• Building positive relationships with children to foster confidence, independence, and resilience.
• Collaborating with colleagues to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
• Contributing to the wider school community and promoting a positive atmosphere.
• Ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed to maintain the safety and welfare of pupils.

Requirements & Qualifications:
To be successful as a Teaching Assistant in Cheshire, you will need:

• Previous experience working with children in a primary school or similar setting.
• A strong understanding of the primary curriculum.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to motivate and engage children effectively.
• High expectations of pupil behaviour and achievement.
• Knowledge of planning, assessment, and progress tracking.
• A caring, enthusiastic, and inspiring approach.
• Strong organisational skills and adaptability to individual needs.
• Relevant qualifications or experience in education, childcare, or learning support are desirable.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• An enhanced DBS check and relevant safeguarding compliance.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay with weekly wages and no payroll charges
• Support from an education-led consultant with a personal approach
• Free training opportunities to enhance your skills
• Entry into our Golden Ticket draw to win £500
• 24-hour online registration with enhanced DBS check
• Holiday pay (weekly or in a holiday pot)

1. Contributed pension scheme

If you are an experienced, enthusiastic, and inspiring Teaching Assistant seeking a rewarding role in Cheshire, apply today!

Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent roles. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.