Teaching Assistant

Full-Time Teaching Assistant

Sector: Education - Primary 

Location: RCT

Start Date: May 2024

End Date: Ongoing

Are you a dedicated Teaching Assistant with a passion for fostering a safe and inclusive learning environment? If so, Teaching Personnel invites you to join our team as a Full-Time Teaching Assistant at a dynamic Primary school in RCT.

About Us:

Teaching Personnel is committed to providing top-quality education support to schools and students. We take pride in offering a nurturing and supportive atmosphere for both children and staff.

Position Overview:

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting students across Key Stages 2. Your proactive approach and excellent interpersonal skills will contribute to a positive classroom experience.

Qualities We Seek:

We are looking for applicants who embody the following qualities:

• Friendly and Positive Attitude: Your approach should be upbeat, fostering a positive learning atmosphere.
• Hands-On Approach: You are always ready to assist the class teacher and actively engage with students.
• Experience in Supporting EAL Pupils: While not essential, previous experience with English as an Additional Language (EAL) students is a plus.
• Experience with ASD: Experience supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in an educational setting is highly valued.
• Strong Communication Skills: Effective communication with both students and colleagues is key.

What Teaching Personnel Offers:

We are dedicated to supporting our staff and offer the following benefits:

• Dedicated Consultant: You will have a dedicated consultant with expertise in the primary education sector.
• Out-of-Hours Support: Our on-call services are available to assist you.
• Competitive Pay: We offer competitive rates of pay, inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.
• Referral Bonus Scheme: Recommend a friend and earn £50 for every successful referral.
• Excellence in Education Awards: We recognize the positive impact you make in schools.

Requirements:

The successful Teaching Assistant must meet the following requirements:

• Enhanced DBS: An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required, and we can assist with the application process.
• EWC Registration: You should be registered with the Education Workforce Council.
• Professional References: Provide two professional references.
• Right to Work in the UK: Ensure you have the legal right to work in the UK.

If you believe that this role aligns with your skills and aspirations, please submit an updated CV with your application. We eagerly anticipate speaking with you about this exciting opportunity.

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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