Primary Teaching Assistant – Growth & Development

Pathfinder CofE Primary School; Northstowe; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 13,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Career progression

Health & wellbeing

EAP access

Pension scheme

Cycle to Work

Eyecare vouchers

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Pathfinder CofE Primary School is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant (Level 1) to join a supportive team and help deliver high-quality teaching and learning across the school. The role is a maternity cover working 19.5 hours per week over 39 weeks a year, Tuesday to Thursday 8:30am–3:30pm.

You will assist teachers, help pupils understand instructions, and support inclusive practices, aiming to raise achievement and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4 (or above)
• NVQ Level 2 in supporting teaching and learning or equivalent
• Experience of working with children/Teaching Assistant
• Knowledge of high-quality teaching and learning practices
• Ability to build effective relationships with staff, parents and community
• High adaptability and flexibility
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people

Responsibilities

• Work with teachers to support teaching and learning, providing general and specific assistance to pupils and staff
• Support pupils to understand instructions, support independent learning and inclusion of all pupils
• Establish productive working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations
• Support pupils consistently whilst recognising and responding to their individual needs
• Encourage pupils to interact and work co-operatively with others and engage all pupils in activities
• Prepare appropriate learning environments and resources

Skills

GCSE Maths & English

NVQ Level 2

Experience with children

Teaching principles

Relationship building

Adaptability

Safeguarding

Job description

Pathfinder CofE Primary School is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant (Level 1) to join a supportive team and help deliver high-quality teaching and learning across the school. The role is a maternity cover working 19.5 hours per week over 39 weeks a year, Tuesday to Thursday 8:30am–3:30pm.

You will assist teachers, help pupils understand instructions, and support inclusive practices, aiming to raise achievement and wellbeing.