EYFS Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; Hessle; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking Level 3/Degree Qualified Primary Teaching Assistants for trusted schools across Hull and the East Riding. A range of full and part-time roles are available to enhance your skills, with flexible working patterns to suit you.

Ideal candidates will have Level 3 TA qualifications, relevant experience, and an enhanced DBS. You will support learning, manage behaviour, and help create engaging classroom environments across primary settings.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification required.
• Experience in a similar teaching assistant role.
• Enhanced DBS Disclosure and right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Assist the class teacher to plan, deliver and review lessons for varied ages.
• Support learners in small groups and provide class cover as needed.
• Foster progress and well-being; give guidance on educational and social matters.
• Promote discipline in line with school policies and behaviour expectations.
• Use formative assessment to adapt tasks and support learning progression.
• Communicate with teachers and SENDCo about student progress.
• Support students during break times and help create engaging displays.
• Contribute to high-quality displays and a stimulating learning environment.

Skills

Experience in TA role

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Team player

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Are you an ambitious teaching assistant looking for a rewarding role in a primary school? We are seeking experienced and passionate Level 3/Degree Qualified Primary Teaching Assistants for our schools across Hull and the East Riding.

We are working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary schools that require dedicated Level 3/Degree Qualified Primary Teaching Assistants. There are a range of full and part time roles available to enhance your skills, knowledge and experience as a Teaching Assistant.

Main Duties

• Support the class teacher to plan, deliver and review lessons which are appropriate to the age and ability of the students so as to facilitate progression in students' learning.
• Support the learning of students in lessons as directed by the class teacher, including small group teaching and full class cover.
• Facilitate the exceptional progress and well-being of any individual or group of students; provide guidance and advice to students on educational and social matters.
• Promote and maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and behaviour policy of the academy.
• Use formative assessment to adapt teaching and the work of students to make sure that learning is proceeding in the right direction and to support that learning.
• Communicate effectively with the class teacher/s and SENDCo to share students' learning.
• Support students during playtime and lunchtime in the playground.
• Contribute towards and maintain high quality displays and an engaging learning environment.

Personal Qualities

• Experience supporting children with SEMH, challenging behaviour, or similar needs
• Possess energy and enthusiasm
• Works well within a team
• A calm, patient, and proactive approach
• Excellent communication and behaviour management skills
• A passion for making a difference in children's lives
• Previous experience in a school or child-centred setting

To join us and be successful in this role you will need:

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification
• Experience in a similar role
• An enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks
• A CV that must cover the last 10 years of employment history (where possible)
• Legal right to work in the UK

Why join Tradewind Recruitment?

• Your income matters; we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice
• Your development matters; we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars and resources via the incredible National College
• Your flexibility matters; we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts and permanent positions available local to you
• We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer

If you're a Level 3/Degree Qualified Primary Teaching Assistants looking for an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact in primary education and would like to register with Tradewind Recruitment