Teaching Assistant (FLW as a TA 1) — Casual / Zero Hours
Unlocking potential with the keys of love, respect and friendship
Are you someone who brings warmth, patience and practical skill to support children’s learning and wellbeing? Join St Peter’s — a smaller-than-average, Outstanding primary school where staff make a real difference to children’s lives every day. This casual role offers flexible hours supporting classroom learning, lunchtime provision and our after-school club as needed. This will be communicated on a weekly basis.
About the role
As a casual Teaching Assistant (FLW as a TA 1) you will:
Work alongside teachers and support staff to help pupils access learning, manage behaviour and develop important social skills such as turn-taking and concentration.
Support small groups and individual pupils, including those with SEND, following guidance from teachers and specialists.
Contribute to a calm, welcoming environment that supports pupils’ wellbeing and learning.
Share strategies and communicate effectively with colleagues to maintain consistency of support.
This role is a casual worker contract (zero-hours arrangement) based on the school’s weekly needs.
About you — the ideal candidate
You will be:
Patient, compassionate and positive — someone who models and champions our school values in everyday practice.
Have had experience of working with primary-age children, including those with additional needs and varied backgrounds.
Skilled in building warm, trusting relationships with pupils, helping them to engage, persevere and learn.
Reliable, flexible and able to respond to changing needs across the school day.
A good communicator who works well as part of a team and follows guidance from teachers and SEN leads.
Committed to inclusive practice and to supporting our priorities around behaviour, attention and a low-stimulus environment for neurodiverse pupils.
Application details
Salary/Contract: FLW as a TA 1 — 0 hours contract, casual worker. Hours allocated weekly according to school needs (classroom support, lunchtime support, after-school club).
Closing date: Wednesday 24th June 2026 at 9:00am
Application requirements: Please submit a completed application form and a covering letter explaining how your skills and experience match the role.
Submit applications by email to: [email protected]
Join us at St Peter’s and help unlock the potential of our pupils with love, respect and friendship.