Teaching Assistant

Veritas Education Recruitment; Basildon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education Recruitment is seeking a enthusiastic Teaching Assistant for Basildon, Essex. You will support pupils across the classroom, helping with learning, behaviour and day-to-day development while working closely with teachers and the wider school team.

The role offers both full-time and part-time options, with start ASAP or September. Prior experience in schools or similar settings is valued, particularly SEN exposure, and strong communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in school or similar setting.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• Patient, approachable and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across the classroom with learning activities.
• Assist with behaviour and daily development.
• Collaborate with teachers and school team.

Skills

Experience in education

Strong communication

Classroom management

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Basildon, Essex

Location: SS14 3AU

Pay: £1,800-£2,300 per month

Role: Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant

Start: ASAP / September

Type: Full-time / Part-time options available

The Role

We're looking for a passionate and reliable Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school in the Basildon area. You'll be supporting pupils across the classroom, helping with learning, behaviour and day-to-day development while working closely with teachers and the wider school team.

What we're looking for:

• Previous experience working with children in a school, nursery or similar setting


• Confident supporting pupils with their learning and development


• Strong communication and classroom management skills


• Patient, approachable and proactive


• SEN experience is highly desirable


• A genuine passion for education

Why work with Veritas?

• Competitive weekly/monthly pay


• Local school opportunities


• Dedicated consultant support


• Access to long-term and permanent positions


• Flexible roles to suit your availability


• Support with compliance and onboarding

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy

Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained

You must have legal right to work in the UK

You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community