Teaching Assistant

Empowering Learning; Derby; On-site; GBP 12,398 - 17,908; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Competitive pay rates

Work across multiple schools

Professional development opportunities

Rewarding role

Job summary

Empowering Learning is seeking passionate Supply Teaching Assistants to work across primary schools in Derby. You will support classroom teachers and help ensure smooth lessons, assisting with both academic and emotional development of children.

Responsibilities include delivering engaging activities, managing behaviour, working with groups or individuals, preparing materials, and providing pastoral care. Enhanced DBS checks may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a primary school setting supporting classroom teachers.
• Commitment to helping children reach their full potential.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building with staff and pupils.
• Adaptable and proactive in classroom assistance.
• A valid teaching assistant qualification is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons and activities.
• Assist with classroom behaviour management to maintain a positive learning environment.
• Work with small groups or individuals to provide targeted support.
• Help prepare learning materials and resources for lessons.
• Offer pastoral care to children, supporting their academic and social development.

Skills

Experience with children in primary

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility in classroom

Pastoral care

Education

CACHE Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

Supply Teaching Assistant - Primary Schools in Derby

Company Overview

Empowering Learning is a trusted education recruitment agency, dedicated to matching skilled teaching assistants with primary schools across Derby. We aim to support schools in providing the best possible education by sourcing talented professionals who make a real difference in students' lives. With a focus on building strong relationships with both staff and pupils, we strive to create learning environments where everyone can thrive.

Job Description

We are currently seeking passionate and dedicated Supply Teaching Assistants to work across a variety of primary schools in Derby. As a Supply Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting classroom teachers and helping to ensure the smooth running of lessons, assisting with the academic and emotional development of children.

• Supporting the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons and activities.
• Assisting with the management of classroom behaviour, ensuring a positive and productive learning environment.
• Working with small groups or individual students to provide targeted support.
• Helping to prepare learning materials and resources.
• Offering pastoral care to children, helping them develop both academically and socially.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children in a primary school setting (either as a teaching assistant or in a similar role).
• A passion for supporting young learners and a commitment to helping children reach their full potential.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with both staff and pupils.
• Flexibility and adaptability, with a proactive approach to assisting in the classroom.
• A relevant qualification (e.g., CACHE Level 2 or 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or equivalent) would be an advantage, but not essential.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours: Choose when and where you work to suit your preferences.
• Competitive pay rates: We offer attractive rates of pay, with timely and reliable payments.
• Variety: Gain experience across different primary schools in Derby, providing fresh challenges and opportunities for professional growth.
• Support and development: As a valued member of the Empowering Learning team, you will receive support from our dedicated consultants, along with access to continuous professional development opportunities.
• Rewarding role: Make a positive impact on the educational journey of young learners, helping them to reach their full potential.

All candidates will be required to undergo enhanced DBS checks.