Teaching Assistant
13 days ago
Potters Bar
KS2 1:1 Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant (LSA)\n Potters Bar, Hertfordshire \n Part-Time | Mornings Only (Monday-Friday)September 2026 Start (Earlier Start Available)Minimum 12-Month Contract | Permanent Opportunity£95 - £125 per day (FTE) Looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every morning?\n Tradewind Recruitment is working with a fantastic primary school in Potters Bar that is looking to appoint a committed and compassionate KS2 1:1 Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant to join their team from September 2026, with the flexibility for an earlier start if you're available. \n This is an exciting opportunity to provide dedicated one-to-one support for a Key Stage 2 pupil, helping them develop confidence, overcome barriers to learning and thrive both academically and socially within a caring, inclusive school community. \n With the potential to move into a full-time position from January and a permanent contract from April, this role offers excellent long-term career prospects. What You'll Be Doing\n\n • Providing dedicated 1:1 support for a Key Stage 2 pupil\n, • Encouraging confidence, independence and engagement in learning\n, • Supporting the child's academic, emotional and social development\n, • Working closely with the class teacher and SEND team to deliver targeted interventions\n, • Adapting support to meet the pupil's individual needs\n, • Building positive relationships with parents, staff and the wider school community\n, • Helping to create a nurturing and positive learning environment every day\nWe're Looking For Someone Who:\n\n, • Has previous experience supporting primary-aged children, ideally in Key Stage 2\n, • Is confident working on a one-to-one basis with pupils who require additional learning or emotional support\n, • Is patient, caring and naturally nurturing\n, • Can build strong relationships with children, colleagues and families\n, • Is flexible, proactive and eager to make a lasting impact\n, • Holds a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification or has equivalent school-based experience\nWhat's On Offer?\n\n, • Part-time mornings, five days per week\n, • Minimum one-year contract providing excellent job security\n, • Opportunity to increase to full-time hours from January (subject to school needs)\n, • Potential permanent position from April for the right candidate\n, • A welcoming, inclusive and well-resourced primary school\n, • Friendly, supportive leadership and an experienced SEND team\n, • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities\n, • A school that genuinely values staff wellbeing and work-life balance\nWhy Apply?\n Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant looking for your next long-term role, this is an excellent opportunity to join a highly supportive school where your work will have a real and lasting impact on a child's education. \n The school is interviewing as applications are received and is keen to appoint quickly. Roles with this level of flexibility and long-term progression are highly sought after, so early applications are strongly encouraged. Apply Today\n To be considered, submit your CV today. \n For further information or to arrange a trial day, contact Carlo Randazzo at Tradewind Recruitment's St Albans office on or email