Primary Teaching Assistant

Teach Plus Limited; London Borough of Lambeth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Teach Plus Limited is seeking a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant to join a friendly Lambeth primary school as soon as possible. The role involves supporting class teachers, assisting with learning activities and helping pupils overcome barriers to learning.

Experience with SEN is welcomed, but graduates and those with relevant childcare experience are encouraged to apply. Start date ASAP with a full-time schedule in Lambeth.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children is desirable.
• A degree or relevant childcare qualification would be advantageous.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEN is beneficial.
• A patient, caring and proactive approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Commitment to supporting children's learning and development.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support across the primary age range.
• Work with individual pupils and small groups.
• Support children with additional learning needs.
• Assist teachers with lesson activities and preparation.
• Help deliver targeted interventions where required.
• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement.
• Support pupils' academic, social and emotional development.
• Help create an inclusive and supportive classroom environment.

Skills

Classroom support

SEN experience

Teamwork

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree or childcare qualification

Job description

Primary Teaching Assistant

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Lambeth

Full-time

Salary: £108-£115 per day

About the role and school

Teach Plus are working with a friendly and welcoming primary school in Lambeth that is looking to appoint a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant to join its team as soon as possible.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children's education and development.The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers to provide classroom support, assist with learning activities and help pupils overcome barriers to learning.

The school would particularly welcome candidates with experience supporting children with special educational needs, although graduates and individuals with relevant childcare experience are also encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support across the primary age range
• Work with individual pupils and small groups
• Support children with additional learning needs
• Assist teachers with lesson activities and preparation
• Help deliver targeted interventions where required
• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement
• Support pupils' academic, social and emotional development
• Help create an inclusive and supportive classroom environment

Qualifications/Experience

• Previous experience working with children is desirable
• A degree or relevant childcare qualification would be advantageous
• Experience supporting pupils with SEN is beneficial
• A patient, caring and proactive approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Commitment to supporting children's learning and development