Teaching Assistant

Exciting Opportunity for Aspiring Teaching Assistants in Retford

Are you passionate about supporting children in their education? Do you believe you have the qualities to make an excellent Teaching Assistant? If you have at least three days of availability and a desire to make a real impact, we want to hear from you!

Role Overview

On behalf of a group of Primary Schools in the Retford area, we are seeking flexible support staff to join as Teaching Assistants across various classes in EYFS, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2. As a Learning Support Assistant, your role will involve working both one-to-one with individual pupils and supporting whole classes, depending on the needs of the school.

Key Responsibilities:

• 1:1 Support: Assist pupils with special educational needs (SEN) to access the curriculum, help them feel settled, and support their academic progress.
• Whole Class Support: Collaborate with class teachers to set up and deliver classroom activities and manage behaviour effectively.
• Encouragement and Motivation: Help pupils who may be underachieving by boosting their confidence and motivation.

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must:

• Hold at least 5 GCSEs at grades A* - C, including English and Maths.
• Have experience working or volunteering in an educational or childcare setting.
• Possess a confident, outgoing, and nurturing personality.
• Demonstrate a strong desire to support the social, emotional, and intellectual development of each pupil.

Application Process

The role is subject to an Enhanced Child Only DBS check. We are looking for the right candidates to start as soon as possible. If you are interested in this Learning Support Assistant position in Retford, please submit your up-to-date CV through this advert!

We look forward to helping you embark on a rewarding career in education.

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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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