Primary Classroom & Learning Support Assistant

Job Title: Primary Classroom & Learning Support Assistant

Location: Crawly & Surrounding Areas

Position Type: Full-Time, Part-Time & Daily Cover

Pay Rate: £85.00 - £105.00 per day (Weekly PAYE)

Start Date: Immediate & Next Term Opportunities

Looking to make a real impact in local primary classrooms?

Whether you are an aspiring teacher seeking hands-on school experience, a seasoned support assistant, or looking to transition your background in childcare, sports, or care into a rewarding term-time role, we want to hear from you!

We are recruiting energetic Primary Teaching Assistants to support staff and inspire pupils across Crawly. From child-led play in Early Years (EYFS) to foundation skills in Key Stage 1 (KS1) and SATs prep in Key Stage 2 (KS2), we match you with primary settings that fit your schedule and goals.

• Partnering with primary class teachers to deliver engaging learning activities and keep pupils on task.
• Running targeted reading, phonics, and numeracy booster sessions with individuals or small groups.
• Delivering dedicated 1:1 assistance to children with SEN (including Autism, ADHD, and SEMH needs).
• Fostering a positive, safe, and inclusive classroom environment where every child feels supported.
• Assisting with lesson prep, creative displays, and break-time monitoring.

• Relevant experience supporting children or young people (in schools, nurseries, youth clubs, coaching, or care).
• A positive, adaptable mindset and strong interpersonal skills.
• Good proficiency in core Primary English and Maths.
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or readiness to complete one).
• Right to work in the UK and reliable access to schools throughout Crawly.

• Work That Fits Your Life: Select full-time blocks, flexible part-time days, or temporary daily cover.
• No Umbrella Fees: Straightforward, competitive weekly pay direct via PAYE.
• Career Launchpad: The perfect stepping stone to build your CV for future PGCE/QTS applications.
• Free Skills Development: Access to accredited training modules covering Safeguarding, Phonics, and SEND strategy.

Ready to take the next step in your primary education journey across Crawly? Submit your CV today or contact our team directly at [email removed] or [phone removed].

experience

Non Teaching

skills

ability to track progression in attainment,background in youth work,behaviour management,building relationships,classroom management,communication,de-escalation techniques,empathy,experience in administering medication,experience in managing challenging behaviour,experience with autism spectrum disorders,experience with learning difficulties,experience with social emotional mental health,inclusiveness,manual handling,marking,mentor experience,personal care experience,planning,resilience,restraint training,speech and language therapy experience

qualifications

CACHE level 1 or 2,CACHE level 2 or 3,early childhood studies degree,Finance/accounting diploma,health and social care experience,health and social care qualifications (NVQ),HLTA,HLTA,NVQ level 2,NVQ level 3,NVQ level 4

education

high school,college,university