Teaching Assistant – Primary School (Full‑time, Brentwood)

About the role

Prospero Teaching is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a warm, supportive primary school in Brentwood. The position starts in September and offers a long‑term, full‑time opportunity to support young learners in a nurturing environment.

Key responsibilities

• Provide classroom support to teachers across the primary age range.
• Assist with behaviour management and create a positive learning atmosphere.
• Support pupils individually and in small groups to enhance their understanding.
• Help prepare and organise teaching resources and classroom materials.

Required profile

• Experience supporting children in a UK primary school (placements accepted).
• Relevant TA training or qualifications (desirable).
• Up‑to‑date safeguarding training issued within the last year (desirable).
• Right to work in the UK and an enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• Two professional child‑related references.

Required skills

What we offer

• Daily rate of £90‑£100, dependent on experience.
• Free accredited CPD courses, including safeguarding and behaviour management.
• Access to an in‑house Training & Development team.
• Referral scheme with a £150 reward for successful candidates.