Brentwood Primary Teaching Assistant - Classroom Support

Operam Limited; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Operam Education Group is partnering with a warm, welcoming primary school in Brentwood to recruit a dedicated Teaching Assistant. This full-time role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:00pm, starting ASAP with potential to continue into the next academic year.

You will support pupils across the day, work with individuals and small groups under the guidance of the class teacher, and help create a safe, inclusive learning environment while safeguarding and promoting pupils' wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or supporting children in an education setting.
• A warm, patient and engaging approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Confidence supporting pupils with a range of learning needs.
• A genuine commitment to safeguarding and promoting children’s wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with their learning in class, in small groups and on a one-to-one basis
• Help pupils stay engaged, follow instructions and complete learning activities
• Support pupils with additional needs where required
• Assist the teacher with classroom activities, resources and behaviour management
• Encourage pupils’ confidence, independence and social development
• Observe pupils’ progress and provide feedback to the teacher when needed
• Help create a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment

Job description

Operam Education Group is partnering with a warm, welcoming primary school in Brentwood to recruit a dedicated Teaching Assistant. This full-time role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:00pm, starting ASAP with potential to continue into the next academic year.

You will support pupils across the day, work with individuals and small groups under the guidance of the class teacher, and help create a safe, inclusive learning environment while safeguarding and promoting pupils' wellbeing.