Teaching Assistant

First Class Supply; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

First Class Supply in Gateshead is seeking qualified Teaching Assistants to work in various schools on day-to-day placements and long-term assignments. You will support the class teacher with activities and help pupils with reading, writing and mathematics.

Applicants should have NVQ level 2 or equivalent in child care, be committed to making a difference, and be able to travel around Gateshead. DBS checks and references will be requested during the interview.

Qualifications

• Hold NVQ level 2 or equivalent in a child care qualification.
• Committed to making a real difference to the lives of pupils.
• Have experience of working within a school.
• Be able to work at short notice.
• Willing to travel throughout Gateshead. Please note that the pay rate will depend of the level of experience and qualification achieved by the post holder.

Responsibilities

• Assist the class teacher with classroom activities.
• Provide additional support to small groups or pupils on a one-to-one basis.
• Support reading, writing and mathematics for pupils as needed.

Skills

Numeracy skills

Literacy skills

Reading

Writing

Mathematics

Short notice availability

Education

NVQ level 2 or equivalent in child care qualification

Job description

First Class Supply are looking for qualified Teaching Assistants to work within various Gateshead schools on day to day placements - long term assignments are also available. Your duties will be to assist the class teacher with activities, give additional support to small groups or pupils on a one to one basis. Your numeracy and literacy skills must be of a good standard as you will be helping pupils with reading, writing and mathematics.

Qualifications

• Hold NVQ level 2 or the equivalent in a relevant child care qualification
• Be committed to making a real difference to the lives of pupils
• Have experience of working within a school
• Be able to work at short notice
• Willing to travel throughout Gateshead. Please note that the pay rate will depend of the level of experience and qualification achieved by the post holder.

Applicants will attend a face-to-face interview, be expected to undergo reference checks and an enhanced DBS disclosure (if not currently held). First Class Supply is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within education.