Primary Teaching Assistant's required in Orpington

Tradewind Recruitment; Orpington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise de recrutement cherche des enseignants assistants passionnés pour soutenir les élèves dans plusieurs écoles à Orpington. Les postes offrent des possibilités variées, du travail quotidien à long terme, et demandent des compétences en communication, collaboration et empathie. Les candidats doivent avoir un contrôle DBS amélioré et de l'expérience avec les enfants.

Benefits

Accès illimité à de la formation continue

Jours d'essai payés

Travail flexible à temps partiel

Salaire compétitif payé chaque semaine

Support dédié par des consultants expérimentés

Qualifications

• Exigence de contrôle DBS amélioré pour la sécurité des étudiants.
• Historique d'emploi de 10 ans requis pour la sécurité de la communauté scolaire.
• Expérience de travail avec les enfants est essentielle.

Responsibilities

• Construire des relations de confiance avec les enfants et le personnel.
• Collaborer étroitement avec les enseignants pour fournir un soutien éducatif.
• Assister les élèves à travers le programme scolaire.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Empathie

Comportement positif

Education

Enhanced DBS Check

10-Year Employment Check

Expérience de travail avec les enfants

Job description

Teaching Assistants required in Orpington

Locations: Orpington

Start Dates: June 2025, September 2025

Tradewind Recruitment are recruiting for passionate and driven Teaching Assistants (TA's) to make a positive impact in the schools we work with across Orpington. Opportunities range from daily supply work to working full / part-time, long-term positions across EYFS - KS2.

The TA positions that we recruit for are as follows:

EYFS TA: Support young children's development in early years settings by fostering a safe, nurturing environment that encourages learning through play, while promoting communication and motor skill development.

Special Educational Needs (SEN) TA: Deliver one-to-one support to pupils with special educational needs, implementing personalised strategies to enhance their academic achievement and emotional resilience.

General Classroom TA: Collaborated with teachers across all key stages (EYFS to Year 6), contributing to smooth classroom operations and effective learning experiences through proactive support and engagement.

Why work as a Teaching Assistant through Tradewind:

• Have unlimited access to the best CPD available to Teaching Assistants through our partnership with National College
• Wide range of schools that Tradewind have developed meaningful relationships with
• Paid trial days so you and the school can assess fit before committing to a longer placement
• Part-time and flexible daily supply work - ideal for those needing flexibility without long-term commitment
• Tradewind consultants who have worked in the primary school setting, offering you dedicated support from 7-5:30pm each day.
• Competitive daily pay (PAYE) with weekly payroll

Key Responsibilities:

Relationship Building: Built strong, trusting relationships with children, staff, and families, contributing to a supportive and cohesive school community.

Collaborative Approach: Worked closely with teachers and support staff to deliver consistent, high-quality educational support tailored to individual and class needs.

Individual and Small Group Support: Provided targeted interventions for pupils with additional needs-including autism, ADHD, and speech and language challenges-helping to boost confidence and accelerate progress.

Whole-Class Learning Support: Assisted pupils across the curriculum and all year groups, from Nursery to Year 6, adapting support to meet a variety of learning needs.

Behaviour Support: Promoted positive behaviour and emotional well-being, reinforcing school expectations and helping to create a respectful, inclusive atmosphere.

Lesson and Classroom Preparation: Helped prepare teaching materials, set up engaging classroom activities, and maintained interactive displays to enhance the learning environment.

Requirements:

• Enhanced DBS Check - The safety and well-being of our students are paramount, and an enhanced DBS check is essential.
• 10-Year Employment Check - We require candidates to provide a 10-year employment history to ensure the safety and security of our school community.
• Experience working with children is essential.

Whether you're looking to start right away or secure a role in Orpington from September, we can help you find a position that suits your skills, interests, and schedule.

Please send a copy of your most up to date CV to Rowan from Tradewind Recruitment on (url removed) for immediate consideration.