Teaching Assistant – Penrith

Humly is recruiting a Teaching Assistant to join a primary school on a temporary basis.

This is a full-time role starting 13 April 2026 and continuing until 22 May 2026. The role would suit a supportive and reliable classroom practitioner who enjoys working with Key Stage 2 pupils and contributing to a positive learning environment. You will mainly be supporting pupils within mainstream classrooms and assisting the class teacher with day-to-day learning activities.

What You’ll Be Doing

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Supporting pupils across Key Stage 2 within mainstream classroom settings

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Assisting the class teacher with delivering learning activities and lesson preparation

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Providing small-group and individual support to help pupils stay engaged with their learning

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Encouraging positive behaviour and promoting a supportive classroom environment

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Helping pupils build confidence and independence in their schoolwork

What You’ll Bring

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Experience working with primary-aged pupils, particularly within Key Stage 2

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A positive, patient, and supportive approach to working with children

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The ability to work collaboratively with teachers and other school staff

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Good communication and interpersonal skills

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A flexible and proactive attitude within the classroom environment

Pay

£14.26 per hour

Additional Benefits

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Weekly pay and access to roles via the Humly app

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FREE Safeguarding, Prevent & Child Protection training

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Ongoing support from our experienced North West team

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The most downloaded supply app in the UK

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£100 Refer-a-Friend bonus once your referral completes their first assignment

Important Information

Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:45am – 3:30pm

Start date: 13 April 2026

Primary school-based position

Enhanced DBS required (If required, Humly can support with an Enhanced DBS at a cost to the educator)

Safeguarding & Rehabilitation of Offenders Act

Humly is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles working with children are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants will be required to declare relevant convictions in line with the Act