Teaching Assistant

Flourish Education; Wychavon; On-site; GBP 3,600 - 3,900; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

Pension Contributions

Safety training (KCSIE)

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Job summary

Flourish Education has a part-time Teaching Assistant role in a good-rated primary school in Tewkesbury. You will support Year 2 in the morning and Year 6 in the afternoon, every Friday, on a long-term basis.

The role requires UK Primary School experience and a Level 2 or Level 3 TA qualification. You’ll support with lessons, interventions and safeguarding, while building positive relationships with pupils and staff.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a UK Primary School is essential.
• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Experience supporting pupils across KS1 and KS2 is desirable.
• Solid understanding of the National Curriculum and primary education practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with children and staff.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Support the Class Teacher with teaching and learning activities across Year 2 and Year 6.
• Provide classroom support to pupils in line with the National Curriculum.
• Assist with targeted interventions to support pupils' progress and development.
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence and engagement in lessons.
• Support the wider Primary School team to maintain a positive and safe learning environment.
• Collaborate with staff to meet individual learning needs.

Skills

Primary experience

Level 2/3 TA qualification

KS1/KS2 experience desirable

National Curriculum understanding

Interpersonal skills

Safeguarding commitment

Education

Level 2 TA qualification

Level 3 TA qualification

Job description

Teaching Assistant required for a Good-rated Primary School in Tewkesbury, supporting pupils in Year 2 (KS1) in the morning and Year 6 (KS2) in the afternoon. This part-time opportunity offers one day per week, every Friday, on a long term basis, making it ideal for someone seeking a flexible role and a better work-life balance.

You will support the Class Teacher with classroom activities and targeted interventions across both year groups. Previous UK school experience is essential, and candidates should hold a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification.

Job Role

• As a Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:
• Supporting the Class Teacher with teaching and learning activities across Year 2 and Year 6.
• Providing classroom support to pupils in line with the National Curriculum.
• Assisting with targeted interventions to support pupils' academic progress and development.
• Helping pupils develop their confidence, independence and engagement in lessons.
• Supporting the wider Primary School team in maintaining a positive, inclusive and safe learning environment.
• Working collaboratively with the Class Teacher and other staff to meet pupils' individual learning needs.

Required Skills and Experience

• To be considered for this Teaching Assistant position, you will need:
• Previous experience working in a UK Primary School, which is essential.
• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent relevant qualification.
• Experience supporting pupils across Key Stage 1 (KS1) and Key Stage 2 (KS2) is desirable.
• A good understanding of the National Curriculum and primary education practices.
• The ability to support the Class Teacher with classroom management, learning activities and interventions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• A flexible, proactive approach and a genuine passion for supporting children's education.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Benefits

• Working as a Teaching Assistant for Flourish Education also offers you excellent benefits, including:
• £92.59–£100 per day, which equates to approximately £17,592–£19,000 per annum based on working 5 days a week for a full school year.
• Holiday Pay – 12.07% of your day rate is accrued into your holiday pot.
• Pension Contributions.
• Free KCSIE-compliant Safeguarding and Prevent Duty Training, inclusive of modules relating to legislation, FGM and abuse.
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
• Regular contact throughout the registration process and once you are at work.

Location

This Teaching Assistant position is based in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, which is commutable from Cheltenham, Gloucester, Ashchurch, Bishops Cleeve, Winchcombe and Pershore. The location offers access to surrounding towns and villages, making it a convenient opportunity for candidates seeking primary education jobs across Gloucestershire and the surrounding areas.

Legal

Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency.