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Posted 21 July, 2026

Primary Teaching Assistant

Academics
Crawley, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Primary Teaching Assistant - Crawley- Temproary Contract A mainstream primary school in Crawley are welcoming applications for their Primary Teaching Assistant vacancy. This is a fantastic opportunity with a brilliantly well-run establishment, with lots of experienced staff to learn from.

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As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you'll be working with children of Crawley who require additional support with reading/writing and breaking down tasks to make them more manageable.

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Key benefits of the role of Primary Teaching Assistant:

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  • Excellent for career progression into care, psychology or teaching
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  • Lots of training available in behaviour management, communication strategies and emergency aid
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  • Term-time only which means lots of holiday!
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  • Permanent employment opportunities available
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  • Secured work 5 days per week
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What can a Primary Teaching Assistant expect to do on a daily basis?

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  • Work alongside teachers, therapists and other support staff
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  • Ensure that equipment and facilities are safe for the children to use
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  • Preparation of activities and tidying away after
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  • Developing an understanding with a child to maintain an optimal learning environment
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  • Report any safeguarding concerns promptly and accurately
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What is required of a Primary Teaching Assistant?

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  • A caring, compassionate and resilient nature
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  • A 'can-do' attitude but also being pro-active rather than always waiting for direction
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  • You will require a DBS check (which we can support you with)
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  • You must not be barred from working with children
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If this is the Crawley-based Primary Teaching Assistant position for you, apply today!

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Academics is an agency working on behalf of primary schools in Crawley

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