KS2 Teaching Assistant

Hays; Wirral; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants for Key Stage 2 roles in various primary schools across the Wirral area. This position offers both full-time and part-time opportunities, allowing you to support teachers and enhance the educational experience for children. You will play a vital role in preparing resources, assisting students with special needs, and collaborating closely with educators. Join a supportive environment that values your contributions and offers competitive benefits, including holiday pay and a pension scheme. If you're passionate about education and have the necessary qualifications, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

£250 reward for recommending a colleague

Option to join Guarantee Payment Scheme

Holiday Pay

Option to pay into pension

Qualifications

• Relevant Teaching Assistant qualification or education-related degree required.
• At least three months experience working with children in an education setting.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher and prepare resources for the curriculum.
• Assist pupils with special needs and assess their progress.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Experience working with children

Knowledge of KS2 Curriculum

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Education-related degree

GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above

Job description

Job Description

Your new company
Hays are one of the largest education agencies in the Wirral area. We work exclusively with over 65% of schools in the area; they use Hays supply service for Cover Supervisors and Teaching Assistants very heavily.

We currently have a number of Teaching Assistant opportunities within Key Stage 2. These opportunities are in several primary schools across the Wirral area in places such as Birkenhead, Bromborough, Hoylake, Heswall & Wallasey. There are both full-time and part-time opportunities available.

Your new role

• Support the class teacher in the classroom, prepare resources and teaching materials, and ensure that the children in the class have access to the curriculum.
• Support pupils with special needs, preparing individual resources for pupils who need them.
• Work closely with the class teacher, planning lessons and activities and assessing progress.

What you'll need to succeed

• Have a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification or education-related degree.
• Have at least three months experience working with children in an education setting, particularly with the KS2 age range.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Hold GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above.
• Sound knowledge of the KS2 Curriculum.

What you'll get in return
Not only will you receive all the support you need from a DfE accredited recruitment expert, while working for Hays, you'll also enjoy a range of employee benefits, including:

* £250 reward every time you recommend a colleague*
* Option to join our Guarantee Payment Scheme*
* Holiday Pay*
* Option to pay into pension

*Terms and conditions apply*

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.