Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – Godalming

Location: Godalming, Surrey
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Start Date: ASAP / Ongoing
Salary: Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience)

We are currently recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to support schools in Godalming. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children’s learning and development in a positive school environment.

About the Role
As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers to support pupils in the classroom, helping to create a supportive and engaging learning environment. You may work with the whole class, small groups, or provide additional support to individual pupils who require extra help.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with daily classroom activities

• Assist pupils with their learning, both in groups and on a 1:1 basis

• Help prepare classroom resources and learning materials

• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement in lessons

• Support pupils’ social and emotional development

• Help maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment

Requirements

• Experience working with children or young people (school experience is desirable but not essential)

• A positive, patient, and proactive approach

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• A genuine passion for supporting children’s learning and development

• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

What We Offer

• Consistent school hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm

• Competitive daily pay

• Opportunities to gain valuable school experience

• Support from a dedicated education recruitment team

• Potential for longer-term or permanent opportunities

How to Apply
If you are enthusiastic about supporting children in their learning and would like to work in schools in Godalming, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply with your CV and a short summary of your experience working with children or in education.

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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