Teaching Assistant Jobs - Chester & Surrounding Areas

Location: Chester and surrounding areas
Pay: Competitive, dependent on experience and role
Start date: ASAP

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant who enjoys helping children build confidence, overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential?

Academics is recruiting a dedicated Teaching Assistant for a welcoming primary school in the Chester area. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who can provide consistent, effective support across Key Stage 1 and Upper Key Stage 2, helping pupils access learning and make progress.

The Role

You will work closely with teachers and other school staff to support pupils in the classroom and deliver targeted interventions where needed.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils across KS1 and Upper KS2.
• Providing additional support for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
• Delivering targeted small-group interventions in English and maths.
• Helping pupils engage with lessons, develop independence and build confidence.
• Supporting positive behaviour and maintaining high expectations.
• Working collaboratively with teachers and colleagues to meet pupils' individual learning needs.
• Contributing positively to the wider school community and creating a safe, inclusive learning environment.

About You

We're looking for a Teaching Assistant who can demonstrate:

• Recent, relevant experience in a primary school setting.
• Confidence supporting children across different primary key stages.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND.
• The ability to help deliver focused English and maths interventions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, flexible and supportive approach to learning.
• A genuine commitment to helping every child achieve their potential.

Why Work with Academics?

• Access to local primary education opportunities across Chester and surrounding areas.
• Support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant.
• Opportunities to build on your school-based experience.
• A straightforward, supportive approach to finding a role suited to your skills.

If you're an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant ready for your next education and training opportunity, apply today to speak with Academics about this role.

Academics is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Relevant safeguarding and vetting checks will apply to successful applicants.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.