Teaching Assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Join a supportive, collaborative staff team

Rewarding role

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a Teaching Assistant for Year 4 in Christchurch. The role involves supporting the teacher, providing 1:1 assistance for pupils with ASC, and fostering an inclusive environment. Candidates should have a TA qualification and experience working with children. This full-time position operates during school hours and offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on students' lives.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, ideally with ASC.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
• Knowledge of KS2 curriculum.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Support the Year 4 teacher in delivering engaging lessons.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with ASC.
• Adapt activities and resources to meet diverse learning needs.
• Foster an inclusive classroom environment.
• Track pupil progress and share with the class teacher.
• Assist with lesson prep and classroom organisation.
• Supervise during breaks and lunchtimes.
• Uphold safeguarding policies.
• Liaise with staff and parents to support pupil development.
• Participate in staff meetings and training.

Skills

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Patient, caring and adaptable approach

Knowledge of the KS2 curriculum

Communication

Teamwork

Patience & adaptability

Education

TA qualification (NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Teaching Assistant – Year 4 (ASC & Whole Class Support) | Location: Christchurch, Hampshire | Hours: Full-time, 08:30 – 15:30 | Start Date: ASAP

Responsibilities

• Support the Year 4 teacher in delivering engaging lessons.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with ASC.
• Adapt activities and resources to meet diverse learning needs.
• Foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment.
• Track and share pupil progress with the class teacher.
• Assist with lesson preparation and classroom organisation.
• Supervise pupils during breaks and lunchtimes.
• Uphold school behaviour and safeguarding policies.
• Liaise with staff and parents to support pupil development.
• Take part in staff meetings and training opportunities.

What We’re Looking For

• TA qualification (NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent) preferred.
• Experience working with children, ideally with ASC.
• Knowledge of the KS2 curriculum.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

What’s on Offer

• Join a supportive, collaborative staff team.
• Rewarding role making a real difference to children’s lives.
• Full-time, term-time only hours (08:30 – 15:30).

If you’re passionate about supporting pupils to reach their potential and thrive in school, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and covering letter to apply.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful candidate.

Ref: INDDEV

If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Alex Holt on 01392 949022 | Ext: 6001.

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don\'t forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

Contact: Alex Holt

Telephone: [phone] | Ext: 6001