Primary Teaching Assistant
About the role
Whether you’re an experienced Primary Teaching Assistant or bring experience from a childcare setting, Heart of Supply is looking for enthusiastic, caring individuals who want to make a genuine difference in primary schools.
As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting learning, building confidence, and helping children feel safe, supported, and valued. Your patience, empathy, and enthusiasm will help shape positive classroom experiences, and sometimes transform a child’s entire day.
No two days are ever the same. From encouraging independence to offering one-to-one support, your impact will be felt far beyond the classroom.
If you’re caring, committed, and ready to support young learners at the heart of education, we’d love to hear from you.
No two days are ever the same. From encouraging independence to offering one-to-one support, your impact will be felt far beyond the classroom.
If you’re caring, committed, and ready to support young learners at the heart of education, we’d love to hear from you.
About the school
At Heart of Supply, we’re proud to work with a variety of local schools across Lincoln and the surrounding areas, from nurturing primary classrooms to dynamic secondary environments, and specialist SEND provisions to inclusive academy trusts. Our partner schools are welcoming, well-resourced, and committed to creating positive spaces for both pupils and staff. Whether you’re looking to broaden your experience or find your perfect-fit setting, you’ll have the chance to step into a range of roles that suit your strengths, with our support every step of the way.
What you will need
- Experience supporting children in a school, nursery, or education-based setting
- A kind, confident, and calm approach, with a genuine passion for helping pupils succeed
- The ability to follow a teacher’s lead while using your initiative to support individuals and small groups
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A flexible and proactive attitude, ready to step into different classrooms and year groups
- Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable
Contract
Day-to-day, Flexible Temporary, Full Time, Part-time, Short-term, Temporary
What we offer you
- Competitive weekly PAYE pay
- Roles tailored to your lifestyle - day-to-day or longer term
- Access to exclusive opportunities in great local schools
- A friendly, experienced consultant who listens
- Free CPD and ongoing professional development
- A simple ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme
- A warm, supportive agency that genuinely cares about you and your journey
Job Location
Lincoln
Salary
£90-£105 per day (depending on experience, role and/or qualifications)
About Us
Heart of Supply is built on over 15 years of experience in education recruitment. We understand that behind every placement is a person with their own goals, values, and ambitions. Our mission is simple: put people first, always. Whether you're looking for flexibility, consistency, or your next big step, we take the time to understand your ‘why’ and match you with schools that genuinely value what you bring. We’re here to offer more than just work. We provide guidance, ongoing support, and a partnership you can rely on.