Teaching Assistant - Aspiring Teacher - Camberley

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative educational organization is seeking passionate individuals to join as Graduate Teaching Assistants. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on classroom experience while supporting teachers and helping children thrive in their educational journey. As a teaching assistant, you will play a vital role in fostering an engaging learning environment, assisting with various activities, and providing support to students with diverse needs. If you're eager to make a positive impact in the lives of young learners and explore a rewarding career in education, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to work in the UK and a valid National Insurance number.
• Recent references and a valid DBS/police check required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare classrooms and assist teachers in planning activities.
• Support children with their educational and social development.
• Help manage classroom behavior and supervise group activities.

Skills

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Support for Children with Special Needs

Bilingual Skills

Education

Relevant Teaching Qualification

High School Diploma

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Aspiring Teacher - Camberley, Surrey

Location: Surrey, United Kingdom

Job Category: Education

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 173929e4fb66

Job Views: 6

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description:

Position: Graduate Teaching Assistant / Teaching Assistant

The Role:

Are you interested in gaining classroom experience or pursuing a career in teaching? As a teaching assistant, you will support teachers and help children with their educational and social development both inside and outside the classroom. In secondary schools, this role is often referred to as a learning support assistant.

Responsibilities include:

• Preparing the classroom for lessons
• Listening to children read, reading to them, or telling stories
• Assisting children who need extra support to complete tasks
• Helping teachers plan learning activities and maintain records
• Supporting teachers in managing classroom behavior
• Supervising group activities
• Looking after children who are upset or have had accidents
• Cleaning up materials and equipment after lessons
• Assisting with outings and sports events
• Participating in training sessions
• Performing administrative tasks

Depending on experience and training, some assistants work one-to-one with pupils with specific needs or in small groups. Schools may also employ specialists in literacy, numeracy, SEN, music, or arts. Bilingual candidates might work more with children whose first language isn't English.

Advancement Opportunities:

Experienced and trained teaching assistants may supervise classes when teachers are absent or in training. Higher level teaching assistants (HLTAs) can lead lessons occasionally, although qualified teachers are always present in the classroom.

Details:

• Salary: £75 to £91 daily rate
• Hours: 08:30 to 15:30, school hours

Requirements:

• Eligibility to work in the UK
• National Insurance number
• Recent and relevant references
• Valid DBS/police check (if not available, guidance will be provided to obtain one)

Applications are now open, and we are actively recruiting.