Teaching Assistant

Academics Ltd; Romsey; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Professional development opportunities

Supportive school environment

Job summary

Academics is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a primary school in Southampton. You will support classroom activities, help promote educational and social growth, and assist in delivering inclusive learning.

Key duties include planned PPA cover, group interventions, and collaborative work with teachers. A Level 4 HLTA or Level 3 ST&L is desirable and strong communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a teaching assistant role or similar educational setting.
• Qualifications such as Level 4 HLTA or Level 3 ST&L highly desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; patient and empathetic.

Responsibilities

• Support in primary school settings across the whole school.
• Provide planned PPA cover and leadership release time.
• Deliver group interventions to support pupils' learning.
• Create a positive learning environment and work collaboratively with staff.

Skills

Teaching experience

HLTA Level 4

Level 3 ST&L (Supporting Teaching and 

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Empathy

Team collaboration

Education

Level 4 HLTA certificate

Level 3 in ST&L

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Southampton

Daily Supply, Contract & Permanent Opportunities

With Academics - A Leading Education Specialist Agency

Academics are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated TA to join our team to support in Primary school settings. This role involves supporting classroom activities, promoting students' educational and social growth, and helping create a positive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:
The role involves working across the whole primary school to provide planned PPA cover, leadership release time, staff training cover, and occasional emergency absence cover. You will teach lessons planned by a qualified teacher and deliver group interventions to support pupils' learning. This is a varied and rewarding role with lots of opportunities to make a difference.

• Previous experience in a teaching assistant role or similar educational setting is preferred.
• Relevant qualifications, such as a Level 4 HLTA certificate or a Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools, are highly desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy, and a passion for working with children.
• Ability to work collaboratively and adapt in a team setting.

• Competitive daily pay rate from £96
• Opportunities for professional development
• A supportive school environment focused on staff well-being.

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