Teachers Assistant

Blue Arrow; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Training and development

Career progression

Inclusive environment

Job summary

Blue Arrow is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support teachers in delivering high-quality education. The role includes classroom support, helping pupils academically, socially, and emotionally, and promoting a safe learning environment.

Candidates should have GCSEs in English and Maths and prior experience with children. The position offers 12.50–16.00 per hour, with full-time, part-time, temporary, or permanent contracts depending on school needs.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent).
• Experience working with children in an educational or childcare setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in planning and delivering learning activities.
• Support individual pupils and small groups with learning.
• Help prepare teaching materials, resources, and classroom displays.
• Encourage student participation and engagement in lessons.
• Monitor and record pupil progress and provide feedback to the teacher.
• Provide additional support to pupils with SEND.
• Promote positive behaviour and implement school policies.
• Support pupils' emotional wellbeing and social development.
• Assist students during educational visits, break times, and extracurricular activities.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Organisational skills

Time management

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent)

Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification

Job description

Teacher Assistant Job Description

Job Title: Teacher Assistant

Location: Insert Location

Salary: 12.50 - 16.00 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications)

Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time / Temporary / Permanent

Reports To: Class Teacher / SENCO / Headteacher

Job Purpose

To support teachers in delivering high-quality education, helping pupils achieve their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally. The Teacher Assistant will work under the direction of teaching staff to provide classroom support, assist with learning activities, and promote a safe and positive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

Classroom Support

• Assist the teacher in the planning and delivery of learning activities.
• Support individual pupils and small groups with their learning.
• Help prepare teaching materials, resources, and classroom displays.
• Encourage student participation and engagement in lessons.
• Monitor and record pupil progress and provide feedback to the teacher.

Student Support

• Provide additional support to pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Promote positive behaviour and implement school behaviour policies.
• Support pupils' emotional wellbeing and social development.
• Assist students during educational visits, break times, and extracurricular activities where required.

Administrative Duties

• Prepare and organise classroom resources.
• Assist with record-keeping and maintaining pupil files.
• Photocopy and distribute teaching materials as required.
• Support teachers with assessment and tracking documentation.

Safeguarding and Welfare

• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all pupils.
• Follow safeguarding policies and report concerns promptly.
• Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion within the school environment.
• Support health and safety procedures across the school.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

• GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Mathematics (or equivalent).
• Experience working with children in an educational or childcare setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities.

Desirable Criteria

• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND.
• First Aid qualification.
• Knowledge of the National Curriculum.

Skills and Attributes

• Patient, caring, and approachable.
• Ability to motivate and encourage children.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to work.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Professional and reliable.

Compliance Requirements

• Enhanced DBS Check.
• Right to Work in the UK.
• Satisfactory professional references.
• Completion of safeguarding and child protection training.
• Compliance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) requirements.

Typical Working Hours

• Monday to Friday
• 8:30am to 3:30pm (term-time only)
• Additional hours may be required for training or school events.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Pension scheme.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Opportunities for career progression.
• Supportive and inclusive working environment.

This role is subject to satisfactory reference checks, Enhanced DBS clearance, and compliance with safeguarding requirements.

Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.