Teaching Assistant - Primary School

Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire
Start Date: November 2026
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term | Potential Permanent
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you passionate about supporting children and helping them build the foundations for a successful education?

Would you love to work in a welcoming and supportive primary school where you can make a real difference to pupils' learning, confidence, and development?

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a primary school in Kettering that is looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team from November 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and wants to play an important role in their educational journey. You will work closely with teachers and other support staff to create a positive learning environment, helping pupils overcome challenges, develop independence, and reach their full potential.

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils who need additional help

• Supporting children with SEND and a range of individual learning needs

• Helping pupils develop their literacy, numeracy, and wider curriculum skills

• Encouraging positive behaviour and maintaining an engaging learning environment

• Supporting children to stay focused, motivated, and involved in classroom activities

• Preparing classroom resources and assisting with learning activities

• Building positive and supportive relationships with pupils

• Encouraging confidence, independence, and social development

• Working collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and other professionals to meet pupils' needs

Who Would Suit This Position?

This opportunity would be ideal for someone who:

• Has a genuine passion for working with primary-aged children

• Has previous experience working with children in a school, nursery, childcare, sports, coaching, or youth setting

• Enjoys helping children learn, develop, and overcome challenges

• Is interested in pursuing a career in teaching, education, or SEND support

• Can adapt their approach to support children with different abilities and learning styles

• Wants to gain valuable experience in a primary school environment

• Is keen to become part of a supportive and collaborative school team

The Ideal Candidate

The school is looking for someone who is:

• Patient, caring, and approachable

• Enthusiastic about helping children achieve their best

• Confident communicating with children and adults

• Able to build positive and professional relationships

• Reliable, organised, and adaptable

• Proactive and willing to use their initiative

• Committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment

• Able to work effectively alongside teachers and other support staff

Previous experience in a primary school is desirable, but candidates with transferable skills and a genuine passion for supporting children are encouraged to apply.

What You Can Expect

• The opportunity to work in a welcoming primary school in Kettering

• A supportive team of teachers and education professionals

• Competitive pay, dependent on experience

• Opportunities for training and professional development

• Valuable experience supporting children's learning and development

• Opportunities to develop your skills and progress within education

• The chance to make a meaningful difference to children's confidence and progress

• Ongoing support from a dedicated Tradewind Recruitment education consultant

Take the Next Step in Your Education Career

If you are enthusiastic about helping children learn and thrive, and you are looking for a rewarding role within a primary school, this could be an excellent opportunity for you.

Whether you already have experience in education or are looking to take your first step into a school-based role, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for this Teaching Assistant opportunity in Kettering, starting November 2026.

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