Teaching Assistant

Step Teachers; Wantage; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a caring and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support pupils' learning and development. The role involves working closely with teachers and providing tailored support to meet individual needs. Ideal candidates should possess relevant qualifications and a positive attitude towards education. This position starts in June 2025, offering a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in students' lives.

Benefits

Discounted high street shopping

Travel offers

Gym memberships

Comprehensive well-being services

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school or educational setting is desirable.
• A patient, flexible, and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering high-quality teaching and learning.
• Support the academic and emotional needs of pupils, including those with SEND.

Skills

Communication

Literacy

Numeracy

Education

Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant

Job description

We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and proactive Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers to support pupils' learning, development, and wellbeing both in and out of the classroom.

This role may involve supporting individuals with SEND, working with small groups, or providing whole-class support depending on the needs of the school. The position begins in June 2025.

Duties as a Teaching Assistant:

1. Assist in delivering high-quality teaching and learning.
2. Support the academic and emotional needs of pupils, including those with SEND or additional needs.
3. Help prepare classroom materials and maintain a positive learning environment.
4. Provide one-to-one and small group support.
5. Support pupils with personal care (where applicable).
6. Contribute to assessment and feedback by observing and recording pupil progress.
7. Work effectively as part of a team to ensure the best outcomes for pupils.

Ideal Teaching Assistant:

1. Experience working with children in a school or educational setting is desirable.
2. A relevant qualification (e.g., Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant, or equivalent) is preferred but not essential.
3. A patient, flexible, and positive attitude.
4. Good literacy, numeracy, and communication skills.
5. Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
6. Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.

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, and Devon. 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.

Class Act, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) standards for safeguarding children. Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations.

Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Our pay portal also offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.

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