Primary Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Sherborne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support classroom teachers and enhance student learning. This role is crucial for providing individualized attention to students, fostering a positive learning environment, and assisting with lesson preparation. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a passion for working with children, ensuring that all students have the resources they need to succeed academically and socially. Join a supportive team committed to making a difference in students' lives and enjoy the fulfillment that comes from helping young learners achieve their potential.

Benefits

Free child protection training

Support for DBS checks

Qualifications

• Experience in a school environment is preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in lesson planning and student engagement.
• Support students with special educational needs and monitor progress.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Patience

Flexibility

Teamwork

Education

Experience working with children

Qualifications related to teaching

Job description

Job Title: Teaching Assistant

Location: Sherborne

Job Overview:

The Teaching Assistant will support classroom teachers in the delivery of the curriculum and provide additional assistance to students in their learning. This role is vital in ensuring that students receive the individual attention they need to succeed, both academically and socially.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the teacher in planning and preparing lessons and materials.
• Support students during lessons, ensuring they understand tasks and are engaged in learning.
• Work with individual or small groups of students to reinforce learning and provide additional help as needed.
• Help maintain a positive and focused learning environment by supporting the management of student behaviour.
• Ensure that classroom rules and routines are followed and that students are safe and respectful.
• Monitor and record students' performance, bringing any concerns to the teacher's attention.
• Provide additional support for students with special educational needs (SEN) or those who may require extra help with their learning.
• Assist students in developing their social and emotional skills, fostering an inclusive and supportive classroom culture.
• Help with the preparation and organization of teaching materials and resources.
• Communicate effectively with students, teachers, and parents as required.
• Provide feedback to the class teacher about students' progress, behaviour, and any issues that arise.

Key Requirements:

• Experience of working with children or in a school environment is preferred.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work well with children and support diverse learning needs.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Patience, flexibility, and a positive attitude.
• Experience working as a teaching assistant or in a similar child-focused role is desirable but not essential.
• Enthusiastic about supporting students and helping them achieve their potential.
• Approachable, with a friendly and empathetic demeanour.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter to [e-mail] or get in touch with us for more information.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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