Primary - Teaching Assistant

General Teaching Assistant (0.6 FTE) - Permanent

Bibury, Gloucestershire Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Permanent Hours: 0.6 FTE (Part-Time, Term Time Only)

Reed Education is delighted to be working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Bibury to recruit a General Teaching Assistant for a permanent position starting in September.

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant who enjoys supporting children to achieve their full potential within a nurturing learning environment.

The Role

As a General Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers to support pupils across the curriculum, helping to create an engaging and positive learning experience.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting teaching and learning activities in the classroom.
• Working with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning.
• Assisting with classroom preparation and organisation.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and pupil engagement.
• Supporting the social and emotional development of pupils.
• Contributing to a safe, inclusive and supportive school environment.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for candidates who:

• Have experience working with children in a school or childcare setting.
• Are enthusiastic, patient and caring.
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can work effectively as part of a team.
• Are committed to supporting children's learning and wellbeing.
• Hold relevant qualifications or experience within education (desirable but not essential).

What Reed Education Offers

• A permanent opportunity within a supportive school community.
• Competitive rates of pay and benefits.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Reed Education consultant.
• Access to professional development and training opportunities.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in children's educational journeys.

If you're a committed Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding permanent role from September, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today through Reed Education or contact our education team for further information.

Reed Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks in line with safer recruitment practices.