Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate individuals for a teaching assistant role. This full-time position offers the chance to make a positive impact in early education by supporting the growth of young learners aged 4-11. You'll work closely with experienced staff, providing 1:1 support and fostering a love for learning. With hands-on training and continuous support, this role is perfect for those eager to develop their personal skills while making a difference in children's lives. Join us and take the first step towards a rewarding career in education!

Benefits

FREE online safeguarding training

Hands-on training and support

Opportunity for permanent position

Qualifications

• Genuine enthusiasm for nurturing young learners.
• Experience in a childcare setting is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support learners on a 1:1 or small group basis.
• Assist the class teacher in preparing resources and activities.
• Build positive relationships with staff and families.

Skills

Enthusiasm for working with children

Strong communication skills

Positive attitude

Confidence in guiding small groups

Education

Experience in working with children

Childcare qualifications

Job description

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Are you passionate about nurturing the curiosity and wonder of young learners? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

• Feel enthusiastic about supporting the growth of young minds?
• Want to make a positive impact in early education?
• Have availability to work full time?

If this sounds like you, a teaching assistant role could be your perfect fit!

Protocol Education are partnering with top schools in your area, seeking dynamic individuals eager to develop their personal skills while fostering students' abilities. Our partnered schools offer hands-on training and continuous support from experienced staff once you join their community. In this role, you will aid students aged 4-11 in their social, emotional, and academic development. If you have experience with children or a caregiving background, this teaching assistant position might be your next ideal step. This long-term opportunity offers full-time hours.

Responsibilities:

• Provide support to learners on a 1:1 or small group basis
• Serve as a positive role model in the classroom
• Assist the class teacher in preparing resources and learning activities
• Build positive relationships with staff, learners, and families
• Work harmoniously with other team members
• Approach each day with enthusiasm and dedication

Requirements:

• Genuine enthusiasm for working with children and fostering a love for learning
• Desirable but not esstential: Experience in working with children or in a childcare setting
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude
• Confidence and motivation to guide individuals/small groups in their learning
• An Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Eligibility to work in the UK (No sponsorship provided)

Join us in making a difference in early education! Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career as a teaching assistant.

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 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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