Teaching Assistant

Thrive Group; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Thrive Group's partner primary school in Runcorn is seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant to support a Year 3 class alongside the Deputy Head Teacher. The role focuses on targeted support for groups and individuals, aiding planning and classroom organisation, and ensuring high standards of behaviour and learning.

The ideal candidate will have experience in Key Stage 1 or 2, strong classroom management, and effective communication.

Qualifications

• Experience working in Key Stage 1 or 2
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• A positive, flexible, and professional approach

Responsibilities

• Providing targeted support to groups and individual pupils, including those with additional needs
• Assisting with planning, preparation, and classroom organisation
• Covering lessons on occasion, ensuring high standards of behaviour and learning are maintained
• Supporting pupil progress through effective assessment and feedback
• Contributing to the wider school community and extracurricular opportunities

Skills

KS1/KS2 experience

Classroom management

Communication skills

Job description

A passionate and supportive primary school in Runcorn is looking to appoint an experienced Teaching Assistant to work in a Year 3 class alongside the school's Deputy Head Teacher. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident and skilled TA with Primary experience to make a real impact while supporting both the class teacher and pupils in their learning.

Responsibilities

• Providing targeted support to groups and individual pupils, including those with additional needs
• Assisting with planning, preparation, and classroom organisation
• Covering lessons on occasion, ensuring high standards of behaviour and learning are maintained
• Supporting pupil progress through effective assessment and feedback
• Contributing to the wider school community and extracurricular opportunities

Requirements

• Experience working in Key Stage 1 or 2
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• A positive, flexible, and professional approach

What the school offers

• A welcoming and inclusive school community
• The opportunity to work closely with the Senior Leadership Team
• Professional development and career progression opportunities
• A rewarding role making a real difference to children's education