Teaching Assistant

Everest Recruitment and Services ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education support provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support teachers in delivering lessons and enhancing student learning. The role requires strong communication skills, patience, and the ability to work collaboratively with staff. Applicants should have GCSEs and preferably experience in educational settings. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary in line with UK teaching support pay scales

Opportunities for professional development and training

Qualifications

• Experience in a classroom or educational environment is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering lessons and classroom activities.
• Assist students individually or in small groups to enhance learning.
• Help with lesson planning, preparation, and classroom resources.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teachers.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment.
• Support students with additional learning needs (SEN) as required.
• Help maintain classroom discipline and organisation.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Patience, empathy, and understanding of student needs

Organisational skills and ability to manage time effectively

Ability to support learning and development initiatives

Teamwork and collaboration with teachers and school staff

Education

GCSEs (A*-C) or equivalent

Relevant vocational qualifications preferred

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and supportive Teaching Assistant to help teachers deliver lessons, support student learning, and contribute to a positive classroom environment. The role involves assisting with lesson preparation, providing one-to-one or group support, and promoting student engagement and development.

Key Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering lessons and classroom activities.
• Assist students individually or in small groups to enhance learning.
• Help with lesson planning, preparation, and classroom resources.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teachers.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment.
• Support students with additional learning needs (SEN) as required.
• Help maintain classroom discipline and organisation.

Required Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy, and understanding of student needs.
• Organisational skills and ability to manage time effectively.
• Ability to support learning and development initiatives.
• Teamwork and collaboration with teachers and school staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum: GCSEs (A*-C) or equivalent; relevant vocational qualifications preferred.
• Experience in a classroom or educational environment is an advantage.

Personal Attributes

• Caring, approachable, and professional.
• Enthusiastic about supporting children’s learning and development.
• Flexible and adaptable to classroom needs.

Salary/Benefits

• Competitive salary in line with UK teaching support pay scales.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.