Primary Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate individual to support classroom activities and assist students in their learning journey. This temporary role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on children's development while working closely with teachers. Responsibilities include managing classroom activities, providing individualized assistance, and ensuring a positive learning environment. With opportunities for further training and potential for permanent placement, this position is ideal for those enthusiastic about education and child welfare. Join a team committed to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children.

Benefits

FREE child protection training

Full assistance with DBS checks

Qualifications

• Candidates must have appropriate qualifications and training for this role.
• Safeguarding checks are mandatory for all workers.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in managing classroom activities and preparing materials.
• Provide one-on-one support to students needing extra help.
• Monitor and manage student behavior to uphold classroom rules.

Skills

Enthusiasm for working with children

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Basic literacy skills

Basic numeracy skills

Patience

Empathy

Adaptability

Education

Relevant certifications (e.g., teaching assistant qualifications)

Job description

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• Classroom Support: Assist the teacher in managing classroom activities, preparing materials, and maintaining a conducive learning environment.
• Individualized Assistance: Provide one-on-one or small group support to students needing extra help with learning activities or development.
• Behavior Management: Help monitor and manage student behavior, ensuring classroom rules are upheld and supporting positive behavior reinforcement.
• Learning Activities: Facilitate educational activities under the teacher’s guidance, such as reading, writing, or craft projects.
• Student Welfare: Assist with students' personal needs, including social, emotional, and physical care.
• Administrative Tasks: Help with tasks like grading, organizing resources, or preparing bulletin boards.
• Supervision: Monitor students during lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety and promoting inclusion.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Enthusiasm for working with children and supporting their development.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
• Patience, empathy, and adaptability.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., teaching assistant qualifications, safeguarding training) are preferred but not always required.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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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