Teaching Assistant

Academics; Northfleet; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd is recruiting Teaching Assistants to support primary school pupils across Gravesend and surrounding areas. You will work across EYFS to Year 6, assisting teachers and contributing to a positive classroom atmosphere.

Successful candidates will show enthusiasm for helping children learn, be flexible across year groups, and hold a Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning or comparable experience. A DBS certificate is preferred, and a driving licence is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in children’s learning and development.
• Willingness to work across all primary year groups.
• DBS certificate or willingness to apply for a new one.
• Driving licence and access to a car preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers with day-to-day classroom activities.
• Work with individuals and small groups to support learning.
• Help pupils stay engaged and develop confidence.
• Support children with different learning needs and abilities.
• Create a positive, safe and welcoming classroom environment.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Reliable

Flexible across year groups

Education

Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

Teaching Assistant Opportunities - Gravesend & Surrounding Areas

We're looking to grow our pool of Teaching Assistants across Gravesend and the surrounding areas, ready for upcoming opportunities in local primary schools.

We're keen to hear from enthusiastic, reliable and supportive individuals who enjoy working with children and are happy to work across different primary year groups, from EYFS through to Year 6.

The role may involve:

• Supporting teachers with day-to-day classroom activities.
• Working with individuals and small groups to support learning.
• Helping pupils stay engaged and develop their confidence.
• Supporting children with different learning needs and abilities.
• Creating a positive, safe and welcoming classroom environment.

What we're looking for:

• A genuine interest in supporting children's learning and development.
• Flexibility to work across all primary year groups.
• A DBS certificate, or willingness to apply for a new one.
• A Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning or a related field would be an advantage.
• A driving licence and access to a car would be preferred.

Location: Gravesend and surrounding areas
Hours: Full-time

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.