Teaching Assistant

Supply Desk; Rustington; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Supply Desk is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant in Worthing to support pupils 1:1 and in small groups across age groups and subjects. You will assist the class teacher with behaviour management and help prepare learning resources, contributing to a proactive classroom environment.

Applicants with experience in childcare or teaching support, or backgrounds such as sports coaching, youth work, or volunteer roles with young people, are welcomed.

Qualifications

• Backgrounds welcomed include sports coaching, youth work, volunteer work, support work, childcare or previous Teaching Assistant experience, scout/guide leaders or similar roles working with young people.
• Experience with children or passion for supporting their education is valued.
• Willingness to engage in a range of activities to support pupils across age groups.
• Commitment to safeguarding and welfare of children is essential.
• Eligible to work in the UK and meet legal requirements for the role.

Responsibilities

• Support children 1:1 or in small groups to aid their learning, development, and confidence
• Assist the class teacher with behaviour management and general classroom responsibilities
• Help prepare and set up learning resources and activities
• Provide positive, proactive support for pupils with additional needs
• Contribute to extra-curricular activities such as clubs or sports where required

Skills

Sports coaching

Youth work

Volunteer work

Support work

Childcare experience

Scouting roles with youth

Job description

Teaching Assistant Worthing

Supply Desk is currently working with a number of mainstream schools in Worthing to provide additional support for children within the classroom. We are seeking individuals who are passionate about education and have a genuine drive to help children achieve their full potential.

We offer a range of opportunities, from day-to-day cover to longer-term placements, supporting pupils across different age groups and subjects.

We welcome applications from candidates with a variety of backgrounds, including:

• Sports coaching

• Youth work

• Volunteer work

• Support work

• Childcare or previous Teaching Assistant experience

• Scout/Guide leaders or similar roles working with young people

As a Teaching Assistant in Worthing, you will:

• Support children 1:1 or in small groups to aid their learning, development, and confidence

• Assist the class teacher with behaviour management and general classroom responsibilities

• Help prepare and set up learning resources and activities

• Provide positive, proactive support for pupils with additional needs

• Contribute to extra-curricular activities such as clubs or sports where required

If you have experience working with children or simply a passion for supporting their education we would love to hear from you.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by a member of our team.

Safeguarding:

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children s barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates.

To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers rights. Please note that this job expires after90 days-you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles.