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Posted 25 July, 2026

Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment
East Retford, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Full job description

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Teaching Assistant - Retford

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Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in a primary school across Retford?

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Or do you have relevant experience working with children and want to build a rewarding career supporting pupils with their learning, confidence and development?

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Tradewind Recruitment are currently seeking enthusiastic and dependable Teaching Assistants to work across a range of primary schools in Retford and the surrounding areas. Roles may involve general classroom support, one-to-one work, small-group interventions or supporting pupils with additional needs.

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We are looking for full-time and part-time Teaching Assistants, with daily supply, short-term and long-term opportunities available.

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Responsibilities

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Supporting teaching and learning across EYFS, Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2

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Working with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce classroom learning

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Delivering targeted interventions in phonics, reading, writing and mathematics

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Supporting pupils with SEND and adapting activities where required

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Preparing classroom resources and assisting teachers with learning activities

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Promoting positive behaviour, confidence, independence and engagement

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Providing pastoral support and helping pupils manage their emotions appropriately

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Following school safeguarding, behaviour and inclusion policies

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Requirements

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Previous experience working with children within a school, nursery, childcare or similar setting

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A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable, although relevant experience will also be considered

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A patient, positive and proactive approach to supporting children

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Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team

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Confidence supporting pupils with different abilities and additional needs

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Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances where applicable and suitable professional references

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Comprehensive employment history covering the previous 10 years where possible

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Right to work in the UK

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To find out more about Teaching Assistant opportunities in Retford, contact Harry on .

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