Nursery Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established primary school in Salford is seeking an experienced Reception Teaching Assistant to join their dynamic team. This role, starting in June, offers the opportunity to support children in various learning activities, including Phonics, Guided Reading, Writing, and Maths. The ideal candidate will possess strong curriculum knowledge and UK classroom experience, showcasing a creative and proactive approach to education. If you are passionate about fostering young minds and creating a positive learning environment, this position is perfect for you. Join a supportive team dedicated to making a difference in children's lives.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in Nursery or Reception is essential.
• Strong curriculum knowledge and UK classroom experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead groups for Phonics, Guided Reading, Writing, and Maths.
• Support children with individual reading and plan activities.

Skills

Phonics

Guided Reading

Writing

Maths

Classroom Management

Education

DBS on update service

Professional references covering last 2 years

Job description

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An experienced and knowledgeable Reception Teaching Assistant is required for Reception Class in a successful primary school in Salford. This Reception TA role is to start in June and will continue for one year.

You must have prior experience of working in Nursery or Reception and have strong curriculum knowledge. This Reception Teaching Assistant role will be to support across all aspects of the Reception Class, including:

• Leading groups for Phonics, Guided Reading, Writing and Maths
• Supporting children with individual reading
• Planning and preparing activities alongside the class teacher
• Making assessments and recording data
• Leading craft and play activities
• Preparing indoor and outdoor areas

The school is looking for a Reception Teaching Assistant who can bring a creative and pro-active approach to the team, someone who is able to forge good relationships and work harmoniously with others. You will be expected to have good presence in the classroom and be confident managing behaviour in a positive, sensitive and calm manner.

The role is to start in June and will be required for one full year.

It is essential that you have a DBS on the update service and a full CV history back to full-time education. You must have UK classroom experience and professional references covering the last 2 years.