Primary TA's

Destination Education Ltd.; London Borough of Islington; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Flexible and long-term opportunities

Permanent opportunities where possible

Job summary

Destination Education is seeking enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to work across mainstream and SEN schools in Islington and surrounding areas. Roles include 1:1 and small-group support, assisting teachers, and helping create an inclusive classroom environment.

Candidates with SEN experience are valued; transferable experience is welcomed. Competitive daily rates and flexible, long-term opportunities are available through Destination Education.

Qualifications

• SEN experience is highly valued, but transferable experience with the right attitude is welcome.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with their academic, social and emotional development
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Assisting the class teacher with lessons and learning activities
• Supporting pupils with additional needs
• Helping to create a positive, inclusive and engaging classroom environment
• Encouraging pupils to develop confidence, independence and communication skills
• Supporting positive behaviour and classroom routines
• Building strong and trusting relationships with pupils and staff

Job description

Teaching Assistant – Mainstream & SEN

Location: Islington

Rate: £100–£120 per day

Flexible opportunities

Destination Education is currently recruiting enthusiastic, caring and committed Teaching Assistants to work across a range of mainstream and SEN schools in Islingtonand the surrounding areas.

Whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant, a recent graduate, an aspiring teacher, or someone with a passion for supporting children and young people, we would love to hear from you.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting pupils with their learning, development and wellbeing. Depending on the school and your experience, you could work alongside the class teacher in a mainstream classroom or provide more tailored support to pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN).

Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils with their academic, social and emotional development
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Assisting the class teacher with lessons and learning activities
• Supporting pupils with additional needs
• Helping to create a positive, inclusive and engaging classroom environment
• Encouraging pupils to develop confidence, independence and communication skills
• Supporting positive behaviour and classroom routines
• Building strong and trusting relationships with pupils and staff

We are looking for candidates who are:

• Passionate about working with children and young people
• Patient, caring and approachable
• Reliable, enthusiastic and adaptable
• Confident working as part of a team
• Able to build positive relationships with pupils
• Interested in supporting children with additional needs
• Experienced in education, childcare, youth work or support work

SEN experience is highly valued, but we are also keen to hear from candidates with transferable experience and the right attitude who are looking to start or develop their career in education.

Why work with Destination Education?

As an education recruitment agency, Destination Education works closely with schools to provide candidates with access to a wide range of exciting opportunities.

We can offer:

• Competitive daily rates
• Flexible and long-term opportunities
• Permanent opportunities where available
• Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant
• Opportunities across mainstream and SEN settings
• Access to schools throughout Basildon and the surrounding areas
• Valuable experience to help develop your education career
• A straightforward registration process

Location: Islington

Role: Teaching Assistant – Mainstream & SEN

Pay: £100 – £120 per day, depending on experience and role

Start: Immediate start