Teaching Assistant

senploy; Wantage; Remote; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Class Act is recruiting a Teaching Assistant for daily supply across Wantage and surrounding areas. You will support pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 in classroom and small group settings, assist teachers, and provide tailored support for learners with additional needs.

A Level 2/3 qualification and an Enhanced DBS (Update Service or willingness to obtain) are preferred. The role offers variety, flexibility, and weekly PAYE pay, with pay determined by experience.

Qualifications

• Has recent experience working in a primary school setting.
• Understands the primary curriculum and child development.
• Holds a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification (or equivalent experience).
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 in classroom and small group settings.
• Assist teachers with lesson preparation and classroom management.
• Provide tailored support to pupils with additional learning needs.
• Promote inclusive practice and encourage pupil independence.
• Help maintain a safe, engaging learning environment.
• Monitor pupil progress and contribute to assessments and reviews.

Skills

EYFS experience

KS1/KS2 support

Adaptable

Education

Level 2/3 qualification

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Daily supply from as soon as possible These flexible opportunities are ideal for Teaching Assistants who enjoy variety and want to make a positive impact across different primary school settings in Wantage and the surrounding areas.

Duties as Teaching Assistant:

• Support pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 in both classroom and small group settings
• Assist teachers with lesson preparation and classroom management
• Provide tailored support to pupils with additional learning needs
• Promote inclusive practice and encourage pupil independence
• Help maintain a safe, engaging and positive learning environment
• Monitor pupil progress and contribute to assessments and reviews

Ideal Teaching Assistant:

• Has recent experience working in a primary school setting
• Demonstrates a good understanding of the primary curriculum and child development
• Is patient, adaptable and confident supporting pupils of varying abilities
• Holds a relevant Level 2 or Level 3 qualification (or equivalent experience)
• Has a clear Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willing to obtain one

Why Class Act?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services. We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment. Class Act is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Class Act are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE's statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one. Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE - that means no self-employed or umbrella companies.

Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals,

• discounted high street shopping
• travel offers
• gym memberships
• and more
• Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.