Teaching Assistant

Academics; Crawley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A lovely primary school in Crawley is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant. This role is perfect for those who love working with children and aspire to enter teaching. Enjoy term-time work with ample holidays and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Training in behaviour management

Term-time only

Permanent employment opportunities

Qualifications

• Genuine desire to work with children with special education needs.
• Grades A*-C in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Work alongside teachers, therapists, and support staff.
• Ensure safety of equipment and facilities for children.
• Prepare activities and maintain a tidy environment.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Proactivity

Education

GCSE Maths

GCSE English

Job description

A lovely 2 form primary school in Crawley is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant!

If you love working with children and perhaps have ambitions of getting into teaching, this is the perfect role for you.

Key benefits of the role of Teaching Assistant:

• Excellent for career progression into care, psychology or teaching
• Lots of training available in behaviour management, communication strategies and emergency aid
• Term-time only which means lots of holiday!
• Permanent employment opportunities available

What can you expect to do on a daily basis as a Teaching Assistant?

• Work alongside teachers, therapists and other support staff
• Ensure that equipment and facilities are safe for the children to use
• Preparation of activities and tidying away after
• Developing an understanding with a child to maintain an optimal learning environment
• Report any safeguarding concerns promptly and accurately

What is required of you as a Teaching Assistant?

• A genuine desire to work with children with special education needs
• A caring, compassionate and resilient nature
• A 'can-do' attitude but also being pro-active rather than always waiting for direction
• You will require a DBS check (which we can support you with)
• You must not be barred from working with children
• You will have grades A*-C in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent)

Please apply now for further information about the role of Teaching Assistant.