Teaching Assistant

Austin Fraser; North East Derbyshire; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant Primary School in Derbyshire. This full-time role offers the chance to support young learners in their educational journey, fostering a positive and nurturing environment. Ideal candidates will possess empathy, professionalism, and a strong educational background, including relevant qualifications in support work. Join a team committed to safeguarding and enhancing the learning experience for children, while gaining invaluable experience in diverse teaching methods. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of students.

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs including English and Mathematics required.
• Level 2 and Level 3 awards in supporting teaching and learning preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in a primary school setting.
• Build upon teaching support skills and methods.

Skills

Empathy

Professionalism

Motivation

Supportiveness

Trustworthiness

Confidence

Flexibility

Resourcefulness

Education

5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), including English and Mathematics

Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools

Level 2 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools

Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools

Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools

Job description

Are you an experienced teaching assistant?
Are you looking for full-time work?
Do you want to work within a fantastic Primary School in Derbyshire? If you answered yes to the above, look no further! Career Teachers are representing one of our brilliant schools, located in Derbyshire who are seeking a full-time teaching assistant to support within EYFS.

To be a good fit for a Teaching Assistant role, you will need to be:

1. Empathetic and compassionate
2. Well-presented and professional
3. Positive and motivational
4. Supportive and understanding
5. Trustworthy and ethical
6. Assertive and confident
7. Flexible and resourceful

Qualifications/Licences/Certifications

1. 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and Mathematics.
2. Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools
3. Level 2 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (Induction Training for Teaching Assistants & Support Staff)
4. Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
5. Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
6. Level 3 Certificate Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
7. Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools
8. Previous teaching support experience with children
9. Fluent level of English, both spoken and written

This is an excellent opportunity to support the pupils at this school and build upon your teaching support skills, gaining extraordinary experience in a wide range of teaching methods, aids and approaches that bring out the best in each pupil.

If you are interested in this role or any other positions we have, please contact Career Teachers on Tel: (phone number removed) or email a copy of your CV.

At Career Teachers, we are fully compliant with Agency Worker Regulations, ensuring you receive equal treatment for pay and conditions after a 12-week qualifying period. Please ask for further details.

All quoted rates are inclusive of 12.07% holiday pay.

Important Notice

In order for you to be successful in applying for the above position you should be eligible to work in the UK, or hold a relevant work visa. Safeguarding, quality, and integrity are at the heart of what we do. During the application process you are required to:

1. Attend an interview in person
2. Give details for us to complete Reference checks
3. Provide an Enhanced DBS disclosure

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within education. We have a policy, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion, we encourage you to please apply for any other position that you may see in the future. Thank you. Career Teachers is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its Clients.