Primary Teaching Assistant

SUMMARY

Our client is hiring a Primary Teaching Assistant to join the team.

A suitable candidate should be a motivated and multi-skilled individual that meets the requirements of the role.

DUTIES TO INCLUDE

• Assist with the development of individual education and behavioural plans setting challenging expectations for pupils to achieve learning goals.
• Establish trusting relationships with pupils and interact with them according to individual needs and personalities.
• Encourage pupils to interact with the class and engage in activities.
• Provide feedback to pupils and teachers on pupils’ achievements, progress and any problems that arise.
• Create and maintain an orderly and supportive environment, undertaking administrative tasks as needed.
• Promote good pupil conduct encouraging pupils to take responsibility for their behaviour.
• Support the use of technology in learning and develop pupils’ competence and independence in its use.
• Prepare resources required for learning activities and assist pupils in their use.
• Uphold policies and procedures relating to child protection and data protection.
• Supervise pupils before school, after school and on school trips.
• Supervise and provide learning support for pupils with or without special needs.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

ESSENTIAL

• 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and Mathematics.
• Previous experience in supporting children of relevant age.
• Fluent level of English, both spoken and written.

• Experience as a teaching assistant or similar role.
• Solid understanding of classroom activities and teaching best practices.
• Must have a compassionate and positive attitude.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal and presentation abilities.

DESIRABLE

• Bachelor’s degree in education or a relevant field is preferred.
• Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools.
• Level 4 Higher Level Teaching Assistant Certificate.