Primary Teaching Assistant

Primary Teaching Assistant – Stratford-upon-Avon – ASAP/Jan 

1. Start Date: ASAP or January 2026
2. Contract: Full-time Long-term 
3. Salary: £80-£105 per day (paid weekly)

Are you passionate about supporting children to flourish and reach their full potential? We are seeking a committed, caring and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming Primary School in the Stratford-upon-Avon area. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive impact on young learners and become part of a supportive school community.

The School

This nurturing and forward-thinking Primary School is committed to providing a broad, balanced and engaging curriculum that encourages children to make meaningful connections in their learning. With a focus on developing confident, articulate and empathetic learners, the school promotes core values of kindness, responsibility and respect, and takes pride in fostering an inclusive and aspirational culture where every child is supported to succeed.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping pupils build strong foundations in reading, writing and mathematics, while supporting wider learning across the curriculum. You will help promote active learning, retrieval practice and independent thinking, ensuring every child has the opportunity to grow academically, socially and emotionally. Guided by teaching staff, you will contribute to a stimulating environment where children feel motivated, curious and confident.

You will support pupils of different ages and abilities, including children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Working closely with the SEND team, you will help to remove barriers to learning and ensure every child feels valued and supported. Promoting inclusion, championing equality of opportunity and celebrating each child’s strengths will be central to your approach.

Ideal candidate:

• Commitment to safeguarding in line with the ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ (2025) statutory guidance 
• At least 3 months experience as a Teaching Assistant in a school or similar setting
• Level 2+ Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) 
• GCSEs C/4 or above in English and Maths 
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, parents, and staff
• A patient, adaptable and proactive approach to supporting learning
• Excellent literacy, numeracy and IT skills

Vetting Checks:

• Right to Work in the UK (No Limitations)
• Enhanced DBS Certificate on the Update Service (Child/Child & Adult Workforce)
• Reference checks covering the last 2 years of employment or education

The Benefits of Twenty4Seven Education:

• T4S follows REC requirements
• 24/7 support from your designated dedicated and friendly consultant
• Competitive pay rates
• £100 Refer-a-Friend Scheme (terms & conditions apply)
• FREE online safeguarding training course
• FREE online professional development training from our Education Support team
• Access to heavily discounted online CPD courses

Safer Recruitment:

Twenty4Seven Education is dedicated to safer recruitment, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect every candidate to share this commitment. Assignments are subject to safeguarding and child protection screening in line with DfE policies, including right to work, employment references and Enhanced DBS checks. Full assistance will be provided.