Primary School Teaching Assistant

Empowering Learning Ltd; Stafford; On-site; GBP 1,240,000 - 1,791,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Variety of schools and year groups

Dedicated education consultant support

Potential longer-term opportunities

Job summary

Empowering Learning is seeking enthusiastic, reliable Teaching Assistants to work on a day-to-day supply basis across primary schools in Burton upon Trent and surrounding areas.

This role offers flexibility, experience across different schools, and the chance to support children with their learning and development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates passion for supporting children's learning and development.
• Patient, approachable and enthusiastic.
• Reliable, flexible and able to adapt to different school environments.
• Confident communicating with children and school staff.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the class teacher with the delivery of engaging lessons.
• Working with pupils individually and in small groups to support their learning.
• Helping children develop confidence, independence and social skills.
• Providing additional support to pupils who may need extra help with learning or behaviour.
• Assisting with classroom preparation and learning resources.
• Promoting positive behaviour and maintaining a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Supporting pupils during classroom activities and throughout the school day.

Skills

Teaching Assistant

Flexible

Adaptable

Communication with children

Safeguarding

Job description

Day-to-Day Teaching Assistant - Primary Schools

Location: Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire

Employer: Empowering Learning

Job Type: Flexible, day-to-day supply

Pay: Competitive, dependent on experience and assignment

About the Role

Empowering Learning is looking for enthusiastic, caring and reliable Teaching Assistants to work on a day-to-day supply basis across primary schools in Burton upon Trent and the surrounding areas.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and wants the flexibility of supply work. Whether you have previous experience in a school setting or are looking to build your experience in education, we would love to hear from you!

The Role

As a day-to-day Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting the class teacher with the delivery of engaging lessons.
• Working with pupils individually and in small groups to support their learning.
• Helping children develop their confidence, independence and social skills.
• Providing additional support to pupils who may need extra help with their learning or behaviour.
• Assisting with classroom preparation and learning resources.
• Promoting positive behaviour and maintaining a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Supporting pupils during classroom activities and throughout the school day.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about supporting children's learning and development.
• Patient, approachable and enthusiastic.
• Reliable, flexible and able to adapt to different school environments.
• Confident communicating with children and school staff.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Previous experience working with children, in a school or in a similar setting is desirable but not always essential.

Why Work with Empowering Learning?

• Flexible work: Choose day-to-day assignments that suit your availability.
• Variety: Gain experience across different primary schools and year groups.
• Support: Receive guidance and support from a dedicated education consultant.
• Opportunities: Build your experience and potentially progress into longer-term roles.

Safeguarding

Empowering Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check where required, satisfactory references and employment history checks.