Teaching Assistant- Classroom Support

TeacherActive; Gorseinon; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

TeacherActive is working with a mainstream Primary School in Swansea to appoint a Teaching Assistant on a long-term basis. The role involves supporting children within a busy classroom, helping them stay engaged with learning and managing behaviour positively.

The ideal candidate will have experience in a primary setting, strong behaviour management and communication skills, and a patient, resilient approach. Salary is £14.25 per hour and the school offers ongoing CPD opportunities.

Qualifications

• A relevant Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable.
• Experience working with children in a primary school or similar educational setting.
• Experience supporting children who can display challenging behaviour.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
• A patient, resilient and adaptable approach.
• A positive can-do attitude and ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• The successful Teaching Assistant will work closely with teaching staff to manage behaviour positively.
• Provide consistent support and help pupils remain engaged with their learning.

Skills

Experience with challenging behaviour

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Patient and resilient

Team player

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Swansea
Start Date: Immediate Start
Salary: £14.25 per hour

Do you have experience supporting children with challenging behaviour in a primary school setting?

Are you patient, resilient and able to build positive relationships with pupils?

Do you have a positive can-do attitude and a passion for helping children reach their full potential?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream Primary School based in Swansea who are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant. The school provides a supportive learning environment where pupils are encouraged to develop academically, socially and emotionally.

The school is looking to take on a Teaching Assistant on a long-term basis, supporting children within the mainstream primary setting who can display challenging behaviour. The successful Teaching Assistant will work closely with teaching staff to manage behaviour positively, provide consistent support and help pupils remain engaged with their learning.

The successful Teaching Assistant will have:

• A relevant Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable
• Experience working with children in a primary school or similar educational setting
• Experience supporting children who can display challenging behaviour
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills
• A patient, resilient and adaptable approach
• A positive can-do attitude and ability to work effectively as part of a team

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme Receive up to £200 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.