Teaching Assistant

Teaching Vacancies; Newbury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Vacancies is seeking a confident, patient Teaching Assistant to work in a Key Stage 2 class at a lovely rural school in the United Kingdom. You will be vital in supporting pupils, fostering a love of learning and collaborating with staff to maintain a positive classroom atmosphere.

The role emphasizes a nurturing, adaptable approach, working as part of a team to meet diverse needs and uphold safeguarding practices. A welcoming, supportive environment is highlighted by the school.

Qualifications

• Positivity, nurturing and respectful approach.
• Able to thrive in challenging situations with quick thinking.
• Ability to adapt to diverse needs of children and work in a team.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare.

Responsibilities

• Support learning in a key stage 2 class to help children achieve their goals.
• Assist teachers with plan delivery and classroom management when needed.

Skills

Positive attitude

Adaptability

Team player

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a confident, patient and enthusiastic individual to work as a Teaching Assistant within a key stage 2 class in our lovely rural school.

• is positive, nurturing and respectful
• enjoys a challenge and is able to think on their feet
• be adaptable to meet the diverse needs of children
• work well as part of a team
• and most importantly… share our love of learning and education!

What the school offers its staff

We are a happy, ‘Good’ school, set in beautiful grounds with wonderful children. We pride ourselves on our positive, supportive environment and our dedicated team of staff. We value collaboration, wellbeing and ongoing professional development.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.