Supply Teaching Assistant

SUPPLYGO LTD; Swanwick CP; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

SupplyGo is recruiting Supply Teaching Assistants to work in primary schools around Alfreton and surrounding areas. You will support classroom teachers and help pupils get the most from their day. You will be a reassuring, reliable presence for children and a valued part of the school team.

We offer a mix of full-time, part-time, and ad-hoc day-to-day work to fit around you. A DBS check is required; we can process one and Safeguarding training is mandatory before starting work.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in education, childcare, or related field.
• DBS certificate required; Update Service acceptable or processable by us.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering lessons and following the planned learning activities.
• Work with individuals, small groups or whole classes, as directed by the class teacher.
• Encourage and motivate pupils, helping them stay focused and engaged.
• Support children who need additional help with their learning, behaviour or wellbeing.
• Help to maintain a safe, positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Follow each school's policies and safeguarding procedures.
• Adapt quickly to new settings, year groups and routines.

Skills

Communication skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Adaptability

Education

Enhanced DBS certificate

Degree in education/related field

Job description

SupplyGo is recruiting Supply Teaching Assistants to work in primary schools around Alfreton and surrounding areas. Whether you want a regular full-time commitment, a few days a week, or the flexibility of day-to-day bookings, we can offer work that fits around you. As a Supply Teaching Assistant, you will support classroom teachers and help pupils get the most from their day. You will be a reassuring, reliable presence for children and a valued part of the school team.

• Support teachers in delivering lessons and following the planned learning activities
• Work with individuals, small groups or whole classes, as directed by the class teacher
• Encourage and motivate pupils, helping them to stay focused and engaged
• Support children who need additional help with their learning, behaviour or wellbeing
• Help to maintain a safe, positive and inclusive classroom environment
• Follow each school's policies and procedures, including safeguarding and behaviour policies
• Adapt quickly to new settings, year groups and routines

Hours and flexibility

A full day is typically 08:30 to 15:30, though hours may vary slightly between schools. We are looking for a mix of:

• Full-time staff seeking regular, consistent work
• Part-time staff looking for set days or reduced hours
• Ad-hoc / day-to-day staff who want to pick up work as and when it suits them

Essential

• Professional experience in a similar background, or currently studying towards a degree in a directly related sector (for example education, childcare, child development, psychology or youth work)
• A valid enhanced DBS certificate. If you are registered with the DBS Update Service, you can use it. If not, we can process an enhanced DBS check for you.
• A caring, patient and professional approach when working with children
• Good communication skills and the confidence to work with a range of people
• Reliability, punctuality and the ability to adapt at short notice

Desirable

• Previous experience as a teaching assistant or in a school setting (this is not essential, and we welcome applications from those new to school-based work)

SupplyGo is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and robust pre-employment checks, in line with safeguarding guidance. It is mandatory for everyone to complete our online safeguarding training before undertaking any work with us.

The minimum rate is £92.63 per full day, inclusive of holiday pay.