Teaching Assistant

Flourish Education; Pershore; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education agency is seeking a Teaching Assistant for a rewarding long-term position in an Ofsted-rated 'Good' Primary School in Pershore. The role involves providing dedicated 1:1 support to a Year 4 student with complex needs and SEMH, offering an opportunity to make a real difference in a child's learning journey. Candidates should possess relevant experience in UK primary education and a commitment to promoting student welfare.

Benefits

Holiday Pay

Pension Contributions

Free KCSIE-compliant Safeguarding and Prevent Duty Training

£100 welcome bonus

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a UK Primary School.
• Knowledge of Key Stage 1 (KS1) and Key Stage 2 (KS2).
• Ability to support children with SEMH needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to a Year 4 child with complex needs.
• Assist with classroom activities under the direction of the Class Teacher.
• Foster positive relationships with the child, staff, and parents.

Skills

Experience as a Teaching Assistant

Knowledge of the National Curriculum

Experience working with Autism

Patient and empathetic approach

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Are you aTeaching Assistantlooking for a rewarding long-term role? Flourish Education is recruiting for aTeaching Assistantto work in an Ofsted-rated 'Good'Primary Schoolin Pershore. This role involves providing 1:1 support to a student with complex needs and SEMH. If you have experience with Autism and a passion for supporting young learners, this could be the perfect role for you!

Job Role:

• Provide 1:1 support to a Year 4 child with complex needs and SEMH.
• Assist with classroom activities under the direction of theClass Teacher.
• Use strategies to support engagement, communication, and emotional regulation.
• Work closely with the SENCO and external professionals.
• Maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Foster positive relationships with the child, staff, and parents.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Experience as aTeaching Assistantin a UKPrimary School.
• Knowledge of theNational Curriculum, Key Stage 1 (KS1) and Key Stage 2 (KS2).
• Experience working with Autism and supporting SEMH needs.
• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.
• A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach to supporting children.

Working as aTeaching Assistantfor Flourish Education also offers you excellent benefits, including:

• £88.98 - £106.93 per day, equating to£17,341.25 - £20,851.25 per annumbased on a full school year.
• The option ofPAYE or Umbrella.
• Holiday Pay- for PAYE candidates, 12.07% of your day rate is accrued into your holiday pot.
• Pension Contributions.
• Free KCSIE-compliant Safeguarding and Prevent Duty Training, including FGM and abuse modules.
• £100 welcome bonus.
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
• Regular support throughout registration and employment.

Location:

ThisTeaching Assistantposition is based in Pershore and is easily commutable from Worcester, Evesham, Tewkesbury, Malvern, Upton-upon-Severn, and Droitwich. The school has on-site parking and excellent public transport links.

Interested? Apply now or contact us for more information - we look forward to hearing from you!

Legal Bit:

Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency.