Teaching Assistant - Cheltenham

TN United Kingdom; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a nurturing school community as a Teaching Assistant in Cheltenham, where you'll play a vital role in supporting children's learning. This position offers flexible working hours, allowing you to engage with students across various year groups, particularly in Year 2. With a focus on a caring approach and a good sense of humor, you'll contribute to a positive educational environment. Enjoy a competitive day rate, along with access to training and career support through a dedicated consultant. If you're passionate about working with children and have relevant experience, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Holiday pay

Free CV consultation

Access to Hays App

Free training

Well-being courses

Discounts and cash-back deals

Dedicated Hays consultant

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with primary education children for at least 20 days in the last 2 years.
• Willingness to support the Christian ethos of the school.

Responsibilities

• Support the learning of children in classrooms or work with individuals/small groups.
• Work across year groups, initially likely in Year 2.

Skills

Caring approach

English skills

Maths skills

Experience with primary education

Job description

Job Description:

Hays is working with a one-form entry school in Cheltenham that is seeking a dedicated and adaptable Teaching Assistant to join their supportive and nurturing school community.

Your new role:

1. Working hours: Every morning and at least three afternoons per week (to be discussed at interview).
2. Initial placement likely in Year 2, with flexibility depending on experience and interests.
3. Teaching Assistants work across year groups, supporting the learning of children in classrooms and/or working with individual children or small groups as needed.

We are looking for candidates who:

• Have a caring approach and enjoy working with children in a school environment.
• Are willing to support the Christian ethos of the school.
• Bring a calm demeanor and a good sense of humor.
• Have previous experience working with primary education children for at least 20 days in the last 2 years, either as a Teaching Assistant or as a volunteer within a youth organization, sports coaching, etc. English and Maths skills to support these areas of the curriculum.

What you'll get in return:

• A day rate of up to £100 per day in addition to holiday pay.
• Free CV consultation with a dedicated education consultant to support your career goals.
• Access to the Hays App, where you can access your timesheets, holiday booking system, free training, well-being courses, and a range of discounts and cash-back deals.
• A dedicated Hays consultant.