Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive; Shirley CP; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD courses access via My-Progression

Competitive rates of pay

Referral Scheme up to £200

Job summary

TeacherActive is partnering with a friendly primary school in Ashbourne to recruit a part-time Teaching Assistant for a temporary role from September. You will support pupils across Key Stage 1, assist with classroom activities and work closely with the class teacher to promote positive progress.

The successful candidate will hold a relevant TA qualification or equivalent, have KS1 experience, a good grasp of the Primary Curriculum, and share excellent communication and teamwork skills with a

Qualifications

• TA qualification or equivalent
• Experience supporting pupils in KS1
• Sound understanding of the Primary Curriculum
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Patient, caring and adaptable approach
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across Key Stage 1
• Assist with classroom activities
• Collaborate with the class teacher to promote positive progress

Skills

Teaching Assistant qualification

KS1 experience

Primary Curriculum understanding

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patient & adaptable

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Are you a dedicated Teaching Assistant with experience supporting children in Key Stage 1?

Do you bring a positive and engaging approach to enhancing classroom learning?

Are you looking for a part-time Teaching Assistant role within a nurturing and inclusive school community?

TeacherActive is pleased to partner with a friendly primary school in Ashbourne that provides a supportive environment for both pupils and staff. The school is renowned for its warm welcome, excellent facilities, and exceptional opportunities for continuous professional development.

We are seeking to appoint a part-time Teaching Assistant on a temporary basis from September. The successful candidate will support pupils across Key Stage 1, assist with classroom activities, and collaborate closely with the class teacher to promote positive progress.

Key qualities and qualifications for the successful Teaching Assistant include:

• A relevant Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent
• Experience supporting pupils in Key Stage 1
• A sound understanding of the Primary Curriculum
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A patient, caring and adaptable approach
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues

In return, you will benefit from:

• A dedicated team of consultants available to support you throughout a straightforward onboarding process
• Access to CPD courses and certificates via the My-Progression platform
• Competitive, market-leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme earn up to £200 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

All staff are paid on a PAYE basis, ensuring correct Tax and National Insurance contributions with no deductions from your earnings for administrative fees.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.