Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Schools Mutual Services; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Health & wellbeing programme

Referral programme

Sick pay

Job summary

Schools Mutual Services is recruiting a Teaching Assistant for a member school in Newcastle. The role involves assisting teachers, preparing materials, and supporting pupil progress in a primary setting.

You must have a Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning or a relevant childcare/TA credential, with experience in a primary school or nursery. The position is offered as full-time, part-time, or permanent, with weekly pay and benefits such as pension and wellbeing programmes.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or a relevant Childcare / Teaching qualification.
• Experience working with children in a primary school or nursery setting.

Responsibilities

• Getting the classroom ready for lessons and clearing away afterwards to maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Assisting Teachers in preparing the lesson materials and school equipment.
• Recording and reporting a pupil’s progress to the Teacher.
• Helping pupils stay focused during class hours.
• Supervising group activities, sports events, and school outings.
• Helping Teachers manage student behaviour.
• Looking after children who are unwell or upset.
• Providing a healthy and safe learning environment for children.

Skills

Experience with children

Education

Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Level 3 in Childcare / TA qualification

Job description

DISCLAIMER: Only candidates fully qualified and eligible to work within the UK education system will be considered. Applications from those not meeting these requirements will be automatically rejected. We do not provide visa sponsorship, so please apply only if you meet all criteria.*

Newcastle Teaching Assistant

Schools Mutual Services is owned by a growing network of schools and academies across the United Kingdom, the recruitment service was set up several years ago by several education leaders, commended by the DfE. The service provides supply and recruitment services to education establishments across the country.

Our member school based in Newcastle is currently looking for a Teaching Assistant to join their team within the coming weeks.

Your responsibilities as a Teaching Assistant

• Getting the classroom ready for lessons and clearing away afterwards to maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Assisting Teachers in preparing the lesson materials and school equipment
• Recording and reporting a pupil’s progress to the Teacher
• Helping pupils stay focused during class hours.
• Supervising group activities, sports events, and school outings
• Helping Teachers manage student behaviour.
• Looking after children who are unwell or upset.
• Providing a healthy and safe learning environment for children

Qualifications and Experience Required:

• Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or a relevant Childcare / Teaching qualification.
• Experience working with children in a primary school or nursery setting.

Our offering to you

• Leading weekly pay, with the amounts to scale.
• Enhanced Pension Contributions
• Health & Wellness Service, including 24-hour GP Access and Mental Health Stress counselling.
• Complementary continued training, including Safeguarding.

Safeguarding

At Schools Mutual Services, we regard safeguarding as a top priority, and all our staff undergo rigorous interviews and reference checks. You must experience an Enhanced DBS check if you fail to have a valid certificate.

Teaching Assistant – Newcastle

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Level 3 in Childcare or TA qualification (preferred)

Work Location: In person