Psychology Graduates

Protocol Education Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rate

Weekly pay through PAYE

Social events and networking opportunities

Referral bonus of £250

Job summary

A leading educational staffing agency in the UK seeks passionate individuals for the role of Teaching Assistant. The role offers flexible full or part-time work in various schools, providing essential support to children of all ages and abilities. While no qualifications are required, candidates should have a genuine care for children's education and demonstrate patience and a flexible attitude. The position includes competitive pay, weekly payments, and the potential for permanent employment in the future.

Qualifications

• No qualifications or experience required, but a passion for making a difference is essential.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while supporting children.
• Willingness to work in multiple schools and with varied ages.

Responsibilities

• Support children with their learning alongside the class teacher.
• Manage behavior to ensure a positive and constructive learning environment.
• De-escalate situations and adhere to safeguarding procedures.
• Carry out small group work and support children with additional needs.
• Report safeguarding concerns using school referral procedures.

Skills

Passion for children

Calm and reassuring nature

Positive attitude

Flexible and enthusiastic approach

Humour

Excellent communication

Job description

We are looking for passionate individuals who are wanting to build a career in working with children. We can offer full or part time and flexible days. As a Teaching Assistant you will have the opportunity to work in a variety of different schools and with children of different ages and abilities. You do not need any qualifications or experience but the drive and passion to make a difference to the lives of children. You will mostly be working alongside the class teacher to provide support to the children and in some cases on a 1:1 basis. The needs of the children can vary, and in some cases the children may have complex learning difficulties.

The role of a teaching assistant can be a challenging one so patience, a friendly approach and a good sense of humour are required. A long with the skills to help the children learn and develop to the best of their abilities.

The Role

• To work alongside the class teacher in supporting children with their learning
• To manage the behaviour of pupils whilst they undertake their work and ensuring a constructive and positive environment is always enforced
• De‑escalating situations within the classroom in the correct way certifying safeguarding procedures are always adhered
• Carrying out small group work and working with children with additional needs
• Reporting any safeguarding concerns using the school’s referral procedures and safeguarding policies.

The Candidate

• Someone who truly cares for the education of children and thrives in a fast paced environment
• A person who has a passion for making a difference to the lives of children
• Someone who has a calm and reassuring nature
• A positive attitude and a flexible and enthusiastic approach to their work

What you can expect from Protocol Education

• An extremely competitive pay rate
• Weekly pay which is paid through PAYE (No hidden umbrella costs)
• Social events, opportunity to network with other educational staff
• £250 bonus if you refer a friend to Protocol!

If this is the role for you, apply today!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the 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 FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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