Unqualified Teaching Assistant – South Ockendon

Location: South Ockendon
Daily Rate: £88 – £105
Contract Type: Full-Time | Term Time Only

We are currently seeking enthusiastic and committed individuals to join our team as Unqualified Teaching Assistants in South Ockendon. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to begin a rewarding career in education, particularly if you have transferable skills from other sectors such as care, customer service, youth work, or sports coaching.

No formal classroom experience is required; instead, we value dedication, a willingness to learn, and a genuine passion for supporting children and young people.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist teachers in delivering high-quality lessons and classroom activities
• Support individual pupils or small groups with their learning
• Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Help pupils with additional needs to engage and succeed
• Encourage pupil confidence, independence, and motivation

Requirements:

• GCSE English and Maths (Grade C / Level 4 or above)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive, patient, and supportive attitude
• Flexibility and the ability to work collaboratively with others
• Ideally registered on the DBS Update Service, or willing to obtain a new DBS check

Desirable (but not essential):

• Experience working with children or young people in any setting
• Background in a support or people-facing role
• Familiarity with school or educational environments

What We Offer:

• A dedicated consultant to assist you in finding work and support you to start your new role
• Weekly pay paid via PAYE
• Relationships with schools across Essex to help you to make the first steps
• A free CPD academy to allow you to upskill ready for you next role and improve your employment prospects
• £50 referral scheme

If you are reliable, enthusiastic, and ready to support the next generation of learners, we would love to hear from you. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience and develop your skills in a school setting.

Apply today to begin your journey as a Teaching Assistant in South Ockendon

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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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