Impactful Primary Teaching Assistant – Full-Time, Long-Term

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Borough of Swale; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking an Experienced Teaching Assistant to work in primary schools across Swale and surrounding areas. The role is full-time, £93 per day, ASAP start, Monday to Friday, 8.30am-3.30pm, with long-term, full-time opportunities.

You will support pupils across the primary age range, on 1:1, small-group or whole-class bases, helping learning and development, and supporting SEND or additional learning needs. Build positive relationships and uphold safeguarding standards.

Qualifications

• Experience as a TA in a primary school.
• Passion for helping children succeed.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND is advantageous.
• Patience, empathy, resilience and a proactive attitude.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children and staff.
• Reliable and professional approach to work.
• Full UK driving licence and car access due to some school locations.
• Right to work in the UK; enhanced DBS on update service (or willingness to obtain).
• Overseas police check if applicant has been outside the UK in the last 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across the primary age range within the classroom.
• Work on 1:1, small-group, or whole-class basis as needed.
• Support learning, development, confidence and independence.
• Deliver engaging and effective learning activities with teachers.
• Support pupils with SEND or additional learning needs.
• Help pupils stay focused, engaged and motivated throughout the day.
• Support social, emotional and behavioural development.
• Build positive relationships with pupils.
• Assist with classroom management and a positive learning environment.
• Support pupils during lessons, breaks and school activities.
• Encourage confidence, independence, communication and social skills.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs and school staff.
• Follow school safeguarding and professional conduct policies.

Skills

Teaching TA experience

SEND experience

Patience & empathy

Communication skills

Relationship building

Reliability

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking an Experienced Teaching Assistant to work in primary schools across Swale and surrounding areas. The role is full-time, £93 per day, ASAP start, Monday to Friday, 8.30am-3.30pm, with long-term, full-time opportunities.

You will support pupils across the primary age range, on 1:1, small-group or whole-class bases, helping learning and development, and supporting SEND or additional learning needs. Build positive relationships and uphold safeguarding standards.