Teaching assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education Recruitment is recruiting a Teaching Assistant for a primary school in Blackpool. This role offers full-time or part-time opportunities and the chance to work with a welcoming team to help children reach their potential.

Key duties include supporting learning, delivering activities with the class teacher, providing 1:1 and small-group support, and promoting a safe, inclusive atmosphere while aiding social and emotional development.

Qualifications

• Must have both a Child DBS and Adult DBS on Update Service.
• Experience in a school, nursery, college, care setting or similar environment would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with their learning and development.
• Working alongside the class teacher to deliver engaging activities.
• Providing one-to-one and small-group support where required.
• Helping create a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Supporting pupils with their social and emotional development.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement.
• Assisting with classroom organisation and general school duties.

Skills

Passionate about working with children

Patient, caring and approachable

Reliable, enthusiastic and pro­fess­io

Able to build positive relationships

Confident working as part of a team

Previous experience with children

Job description

Teaching Assistant – Primary School Location: Blackpool Employer: Axcis Education Role: Teaching Assistant Type: Full-time / Part-time opportunities available

Axcis Education are currently recruiting for a teaching assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Blackpool. This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and committed individual who is passionate about supporting children and helping them achieve their full potential.

The Role

• Supporting pupils with their learning and development.
• Working alongside the class teacher to deliver engaging activities.
• Providing one-to-one and small-group support where required.
• Helping create a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Supporting pupils with their social and emotional development.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement.
• Assisting with classroom organisation and general school duties.

About You

• Passionate about working with children.
• Patient, caring and approachable.
• Reliable, enthusiastic and professional.
• Able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Confident working as part of a team.
• Previous experience working with children is desirable.

Essential Requirements

• Applicants must have both a Child DBS and Adult DBS registered on the Update Service.
• Relevant experience within a school, nursery, college, care setting or similar environment would be advantageous.

Open to all. Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.