Teaching Assistant

Vetro Recruitment; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible hours

Education-led consultant

Free training

Holiday pay options

Job summary

Vetro Recruitment seeks passionate teaching assistants to support primary schools across Ellesmere Port. This role offers variety, flexible hours, and the chance to make a positive impact on children's lives.

You will help with classroom activities, support learners with additional needs, and assist teachers with daily tasks. Minimum 3 months experience, DBS update service, right to work in the UK, and references are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 months experience working with children in schools, nurseries, or similar settings.
• References covering the last two years (no gaps).
• Current DBS on the update service or willingness to obtain one.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Supervising and supporting educational activities, sports, and arts and crafts.
• Assisting children with reading, writing, and other classroom tasks.
• Preparing classroom materials for lessons.

Skills

Experience with children

Reading support

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Primary Education - Ellesmere Port

Are you a passionate and dedicated teaching assistant seeking an opportunity in Ellesmere Port? This role offers variety, flexibility, and the chance to make a positive impact on children's lives. We are looking for motivated, adaptable, and committed teaching assistants to support primary schools across Wirral with both short-term and long-term assignments.

About the Role

The schools in Ellesmere Port are welcoming and supportive environments. As a teaching assistant in Ellesmere Port, you will have the chance to work closely with children, helping them develop skills and confidence. Your responsibilities will include supporting classroom activities, assisting children with additional needs, and helping teachers manage daily tasks. This role is ideal for those eager to gain experience in a dynamic educational setting while enjoying flexible working hours.

Benefits

• Competitive rates of pay with weekly payments
• Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle
• Access to a dedicated education-led consultant
• Free training opportunities
• Agency worker of the month recognition
• Entry into a gold ticket prize draw (worth £1000)
• 24-hour online registration and enhanced DBS support
• Holiday pay options—weekly or holiday pot
• Contributed pension scheme

Key Requirements

• Minimum of 3 months experience working with children in schools, nurseries, or similar settings
• References covering the last two years (no gaps)
• Current DBS on the update service or willingness to obtain one
• Right to work in the UK

Duties will include

• Supervising and supporting educational activities, sports, and arts and crafts
• Assisting children with reading, writing, and other classroom tasks
• Preparing classroom materials for lessons
• Supporting pupils in small groups and on a 1:1 basis, especially those with additional needs
• Assisting with behaviour management and classroom organisation
• Helping to create display boards of children's work
• Supporting on school trips and outings
• Engaging children through storytelling and reading support

Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.