Teaching Assistant

RILEY PERSONNEL; Slough; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Career development opportunities

Consultant support

Job summary

Riley Personnel is recruiting a Teaching Assistant to join a school in Slough. The role involves supporting the class teacher, delivering part of lessons, and helping pupils develop confidence and skills. Ideal candidates have experience with children, strong communication, and a patient, adaptable approach.

A TA qualification or degree is advantageous but not essential. The position offers competitive daily pay and opportunities for career development, with dedicated consultant support from

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in education or care settings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and adapt to pupils’ needs.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the class teacher with daily classroom activities and lesson delivery.
• Providing one-to-one and small-group support to pupils.
• Helping children develop literacy, numeracy and wider learning skills.
• Supporting pupils who may require additional learning assistance.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, participation and independence.
• Preparing learning resources and assisting with classroom organisation.
• Creating a safe, welcoming and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Experience with children

Strong communication

Team player

Patient and adaptable

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Degree in education

Job description

Job Description

Are you passionate about education and looking to make a positive difference in the lives of young people?

Riley Personnel is recruiting an enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a school in Slough. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and is committed to helping pupils develop their confidence, engage with learning and reach their full potential.

The school is looking for a supportive and motivated individual who can work closely with teaching staff to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.

This role would suit an experienced Teaching Assistant, a recent graduate or someone with relevant childcare or support experience looking to develop a career in education.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the class teacher with daily classroom activities and lesson delivery.
• Providing one-to-one and small-group support to pupils.
• Helping children develop their literacy, numeracy and wider learning skills.
• Supporting pupils who may require additional learning assistance.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, participation and independence.
• Preparing learning resources and assisting with classroom organisation.
• Creating a safe, welcoming and inclusive learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable.
• A genuine interest in education and supporting pupil development.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, enthusiastic and adaptable approach.
• Confident working independently and as part of a team.
• A relevant degree or Teaching Assistant qualification is advantageous but not essential.

Applications are welcomed from experienced Teaching Assistants, graduates and candidates with backgrounds in childcare, youth work, tutoring or similar support roles.

What Riley Personnel Offers

• Competitive daily pay of £100-£110.
• The opportunity to work in a school in Slough.
• Valuable classroom experience and opportunities for career development.
• Dedicated support from your Riley Personnel consultant.
• The opportunity to build your experience within education.

Safeguarding

Riley Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including references, qualification verification, right to work checks and an Enhanced DBS check, including a Children's Barred List check where applicable. Candidates must complete all required checks before commencing work and undertake safeguarding training as required