Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant

Aspire People; Telford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is recruiting a KS1 Teaching Assistant to join a lovely primary school in Telford on a full-time, long-term basis, with the potential for a permanent position for the right candidate. You will support pupils across Key Stage 1, collaborate with the class teacher and provide 1:1 and small-group support.

The role is ideal for someone nurturing, enthusiastic and committed to helping children reach their full potential, including those with SEND.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching & Learning / Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification.
• Experience in a primary school or education setting.
• Experience supporting children with SEND.
• Passion for working with children.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils across Key Stage 1
• Working alongside the class teacher to support learning and development
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Supporting pupils with their academic, social and emotional development
• Creating a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment
• Supporting children with SEND needs
• Building strong and positive relationships with pupils and staff

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patience

Education

Teaching qualification

Job description

KS1 Teaching Assistant - Telford

Location: Telford

Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm

Contract: Full-time | Term-time only

Duration: Long-term, with the opportunity to become permanent for the right candidate

Are you a passionate and experienced Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity within a primary school?

Aspire People are currently recruiting for a KS1 Teaching Assistant to join a lovely primary school in Telford on a full-time, long-term basis, with the potential for a permanent position for the right candidate.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is nurturing, enthusiastic and committed to supporting children to achieve their full potential.

The Role

• Supporting pupils across Key Stage 1
• Working alongside the class teacher to support learning and development
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Supporting pupils with their academic, social and emotional development
• Creating a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment
• Supporting children with SEND needs
• Building strong and positive relationships with pupils and staff

About You

Ideally, you will have:

• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching & Learning / Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification
• Previous experience working within a primary school or education setting
• Experience supporting children with SEND
• A genuine passion for working with children
• A patient, caring and nurturing approach
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• No formal qualification? No problem! Strong and relevant experience working with children will also be considered.

Why Aspire People?

Aspire People is a specialist education recruitment agency, and I'm Lucy, your local consultant covering the Shropshire area across primary, SEND and nursery settings.

I work closely with schools across the region and can help you find the right opportunity based on your experience and career goals.

Aspire People - connecting great people with great schools.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.