Teaching Assistant

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Radstock; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exclusive discounts

Wellbeing services

Weekly PAYE payroll

Job summary

Step Teachers is assisting a welcoming primary school in Hemington, part of the Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership, to recruit a Teaching Assistant. You will support pupils one-to-one and in small groups, help teachers deliver lessons and maintain a safe, inclusive classroom environment.

Excellent communication, patience, and a genuine passion for supporting children's learning are essential, with safeguarding commitments emphasised. Salary paid weekly via PAYE; experience in schools is valued.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children is desirable.
• Experience within a school or educational setting is advantageous.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, caring, and adaptable approach.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils on a one-to-one and small-group basis.
• Assisting teachers with lesson delivery and classroom activities.
• Encouraging pupil engagement, confidence, and independence.
• Supporting children with a range of learning needs and abilities.
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Assisting with classroom preparation and organisation.
• Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Adaptability

Job description

Hereis a welcoming primary school for pupils aged 2-11, located in Hemington and part of the Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership. The school is known for its caring ethos, small-school feel, and commitment to ensuring every child receives the support they need to thrive.

In its most recent Ofsted inspection, the school was judged Good for Quality of Education, Behaviour and Attitudes, Personal Development, and Leadership and Management, with Outstanding Early Years Provision.

Duties as Teaching Assistant:

• Supporting pupils on a one-to-one and small-group basis
• Assisting teachers with lesson delivery and classroom activities
• Encouraging pupil engagement, confidence, and independence
• Supporting children with a range of learning needs and abilities
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
• Assisting with classroom preparation and organisation
• Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment

Ideal Teaching Assistant:

• Previous experience working with children is desirable
• Experience within a school or educational setting is advantageous
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patient, caring, and adaptable approach
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE - that means no self-employed or umbrella companies.

Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more.

Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.

All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE's statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.