Teaching Assistant
Job description
Experienced Teaching Assistant – Join Our Dedicated Team!
Location: Southampton
Hours: Full-time / Part-time (specify as needed)
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Are you a passionate and experienced Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in the classroom? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to support our teachers and inspire young minds.
About the Role:
As a key member of our teaching team, you will:
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Support classroom learning across a range of subjects and age groups
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Work one-to-one or in small groups to help pupils reach their full potential
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Assist with planning, preparation, and assessment of learning activities
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Foster a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment
What We’re Looking For:
Proven experience as a Teaching Assistant (experience is preferred)
Strong understanding of the UK curriculum (or relevant curriculum if outside UK)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
A patient, adaptable, and supportive approach
Desirable:
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Relevant qualifications (e.g., CACHE Level 2/3, NVQ, or equivalent)
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Experience supporting children with SEND
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First aid or safeguarding training
Why Join Us?
Here at Teaching Personnel, we pride ourselves on our supportive environment, commitment to professional development, and a culture that values every staff member’s contribution. You’ll be part of a friendly, forward-thinking team dedicated to helping every child thrive.
If this role sounds like you, please get in touch today!
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.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
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