Primary Specialist Teaching Assistant

Academics; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is seeking a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Primary School Teaching Assistant to join a friendly primary school team in Gloucester. You will work closely with teachers to support a wide range of pupils in learning, development and wellbeing, helping create a positive and inclusive classroom environment where every child can achieve their best.

The role involves supporting teachers, providing one-to-one and small group support to SEN pupils, and helping with resources and activities

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and ability to work with children aged 4-11.
• Collaborative team player with colleagues and teachers.
• Reliable, organised and adaptable to duties and schedules.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers with classroom activities and day-to-day learning.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to SEN pupils.
• Help children develop confidence, independence and social skills.
• Assist with preparing classroom resources and activities.
• Support pupils with additional learning needs where required.
• Promote positive behaviour and love of learning.
• Supervise pupils during breaks and school activities.
• Contribute to wider life of the school.

Skills

Strong communicator

Team player

Reliable

Organised

Adaptable

Safeguarding

Job description

Primary School Teaching Assistant

Location: Gloucester

Salary: 90- 105

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our friendly primary school team.

The successful candidate will work closely with teachers to support a wide range of pupils in their learning, development and wellbeing. You will help create a positive, inclusive and engaging classroom environment where every child feels valued and able to achieve their best.

Key Responsibilities

• Support teachers with classroom activities and day to day learning.
• Provide one to one and small group support to SEN pupils.
• Help children develop their confidence, independence and social skills.
• Assist with preparing classroom resources and activities.
• Support pupils with additional learning needs where required.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage a love of learning.
• Supervise pupils during break times, lunchtimes and school activities.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about working with children aged 4-11.
• Patient, caring and approachable.
• Enthusiastic and able to inspire and encourage pupils.
• A strong communicator and team player.
• Reliable, organised and adaptable.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Previous experience working with children in a school or educational setting is desirable, but we welcome applications from enthusiastic candidates who are keen to develop their skills.

What We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive school community.
• A friendly and committed staff team.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A rewarding role where you can make a real difference to children's lives.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and appropriate safeguarding checks will be required for the successful candidate.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.