Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive Limited.; Ilkeston; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD Courses & certificates

Market-leading rates of pay

Referral bonus up to £100

Job summary

TeacherActive Limited is seeking a Year 6 Teaching Assistant to join an inclusive primary school in Ilkeston. You’ll support pupils in the classroom and via targeted 1:1 and small group work, with a focus on SEND and behavioural needs.

The role is full-time, 8:30am–4:00pm, with PAYE payroll and competitive daily rates. The successful candidate will have a Level 2/3 TA qualification or equivalent (or 6 months’ experience) and a solid grasp of the primary curriculum and Pre-Key Stage assessment.

Qualifications

• Level 2/3 TA qualification or equivalent, or at least 6 months' relevant experience.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND, ideally within KS2 or Upper KS2.
• A good understanding of the primary curriculum, adaptive teaching and Pre-Key Stage assessment.
• Confidence supporting educational and behavioural needs through 1:1 and small group work.
• Knowledge of positive behaviour strategies and approaches that support emotional regulation.
• Collaborative, patient and adaptable approach to working with teachers, support staff and pupils.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in the classroom and through targeted 1:1 and small-group interventions.
• Adapt activities and support pupils with SEND and behavioural needs.
• Collaborate with the class teacher and wider support team.
• Monitor progress, including pupils working within Pre-Key Stage standards.

Skills

SEND support

Behaviour management

KS2 knowledge

Education

Level 2/3 TA qualification or equivalent

Job description

Year 6 Teaching Assistant

Ilkeston

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: £95 - £120 per day

TeacherActive is working with an inclusive primary school in Ilkeston that is looking for a dedicated Year 6 Teaching Assistant to strengthen its Upper KS2 team. The school is focused on ensuring pupils with additional needs receive consistent, individualised support that enables them to participate fully in school life and achieve their potential.

The Year 6 Teaching Assistant will work full-time, approximately 8:30am to 4pm, supporting pupils within the classroom as well as through targeted 1:1 and small group interventions. Working closely with the class teacher and wider support team, you will adapt activities, support pupils with SEND and behavioural needs, use regulation and positive behaviour strategies, and contribute to monitoring progress, including pupils working within Pre-Key Stage standards.

The successful Year 6 Teaching Assistant will have:

• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, an equivalent qualification, or at least 6 months' relevant experience
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND, ideally within KS2 or Upper KS2
• A good understanding of the primary curriculum, adaptive teaching and Pre-Key Stage assessment
• Confidence supporting both educational additional needs and behavioural needs through 1:1 and small group work
• Knowledge of positive behaviour strategies and approaches that support emotional regulation
• A collaborative, patient and adaptable approach to working alongside teachers, support staff and pupils

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market-leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment