Primary Teaching Assistant – Devizes

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

Job summary

An established industry player in education is looking for a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant to support a Key Stage 1 class in a highly-rated primary school. This role involves working closely with children aged 5-11, including those with special educational needs. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a calm demeanor, and experience managing challenging behaviours. Join a supportive environment where your contributions will make a significant impact on young learners' lives. If you are passionate about education and ready to take on this rewarding challenge, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Enhanced Child DBS is mandatory.
• Experience with KS1 children or additional care needs is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support development of children in KS1 and manage behaviours.
• Collaborate with staff to enhance student learning.

Skills

Communication Skills

Behaviour Management

Calm and Caring Approach

Resilience

Education

Degree in Childcare, Education, Psychology, Criminology, Sociology, or STEM

HTLA/NQV Level 2/3 Childcare/EYFS Experience

Tools

Team Teach Training

Job description

Primary Teaching Assistant – Devizes, Westbury

Client: [Client Name]

Location: Westbury, United Kingdom

Job Category: Education

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 228a404c90e8

Job Views: 10

Posted: 28.04.2025

Expiry Date: 12.06.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant to join a highly-rated primary school in Devizes, graded ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted. The role involves supporting a Key Stage 1 (KS1) class, working with children aged 5-11, including those with SEND/SEN needs such as ASD and ADHD.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting the development of children in KS1
• Managing challenging behaviours with a calm and caring approach
• Collaborating with teaching staff to enhance student learning
• Assisting with SEN and behavioural needs

Candidate Requirements:

• Enhanced Child DBS (Mandatory)
• Experience working with KS1 children or young people with additional care needs
• Experience managing challenging behaviours
• Calm, caring, and resilient personality
• Strong communication, reading, writing, and numeracy skills
• Team Teach training (desirable)
• Degree 2:2 or higher in Childcare, Education, Psychology, Criminology, Sociology, or STEM subjects
• HTLA/NQV Level 2/3 Childcare/EYFS experience

If interested, please submit your updated CV to the advert to explore this opportunity further.