Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Primary School

Teaching Personnel is partnering with  wonderful primary schools in the Carmarthen area to recruit dedicated Teaching Assistants for a January 2025 start. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with prior experience working with children or those looking to enter the education sector. In this role, you will be assisting in Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 classrooms, providing support to students and helping with their learning development. As a Teaching Assistant you will gain valuable experience in education and develop new skills, with the potential to build a rewarding career in the sector. If this sounds perfect for you, please apply now.

Role Details

Jobe Title: Teaching Assistant (TA)

Sector: Primary School

Job Type: Full Time

Start Date: 27/01/2025

Location: Carmarthenshire

Schedule: Monday to Friday (8:30am – 3:30pm)

Key Responsibilities

-          Safeguarding children

-          Liaise with the class teacher and other support staff to ensure the best support is provided for all children

-          Provide support for children in a group setting  and 1-1 basis if needed

-          Assisting with classroom preparation and activities

-          Management of disruptive behaviour

-          Help to produce a safe and engaging environment for children

Requirements

-          Minimum of GCSE’s in English and Mathematics

-          Eligibility to work in the UK and ability to pass enhanced DBS checks.

-          Driving Licence ( not essential but preferred)

What We Are Looking For

-          Previous experience working with children, preferably in an education or care setting

-          A proactive, patient, and empathetic approach to working with children

-          Excellent communication and listening skills

-          Positive attitude and an excellent work ethic

-          Ability to work across both key stage 1 and 2 if needed

Benefits of Working Through Teaching Personnel

-          Competitive daily rates £75- £90 per day, depending on experience  

-          Access to free or subsidised CPD courses; including SEN specific training, safeguarding, and behaviour management

-          Access to dedicated consultants for on-going support and career advice

-          Flexible working opportunities; day to day, part time, and full time

-          Potential opportunities for long term and permanent roles in schools

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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