Flexible Relief Teaching Assistant — School Hours (Term Time)

The Forest School; Knaresborough; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

The Forest School in Knaresborough is seeking a Relief General Teaching Assistant to support learning and development of our students. You will backfill teachers in their absence, helping create a positive and engaging learning environment during term-time.

Ideal candidates will have awareness of child development, experience with children, and strong communication skills. Roles offer flexible hours aligned with the school day and a rewarding, impactful experience.

Qualifications

• Awareness of child development and special needs where applicable.
• Previous child-facing experience preferred.
• Strong reading, writing and ICT abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with differentiated learning activities.
• Assist teachers and maintain a positive classroom environment.
• Support pupils' personal, medical and emotional wellbeing.

Skills

Child development awareness

Experience with children

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Job description

The Forest School in Knaresborough is seeking a Relief General Teaching Assistant to support learning and development of our students. You will backfill teachers in their absence, helping create a positive and engaging learning environment during term-time.

Ideal candidates will have awareness of child development, experience with children, and strong communication skills. Roles offer flexible hours aligned with the school day and a rewarding, impactful experience.