Teaching Assistant EYFS

Key Stage Teacher Supply; Scorton; On-site; GBP 12,398,000 - 15,154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

PAYE paid weekly

Long-term stability

CPD opportunities

Consultant support

£150 refer a friend scheme

Job summary

Key Stage Teacher Supply in Scorton, Preston, is seeking a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant to support an infant class in a welcoming, inclusive school. The role is full-time, Monday to Friday 8:45am–3:15pm, providing general classroom support alongside the class teacher and assisting with learning activities.

The successful candidate may be an experienced TA or an ECT looking to gain valuable classroom experience in the early years.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children in a school setting is desirable.
• Understanding of the primary curriculum and ability to adapt activities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, proactive and supportive approach to learning.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher with lesson delivery and classroom activities.
• Encourage pupil engagement and participation in learning tasks.
• Support behaviour management using positive strategies.
• Help create an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and support teams.
• Provide general classroom and learning support to pupils.

Skills

General classroom support

Pupil engagement

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Enhanced DBS on update service or willingness to apply

Job description

A lovely primary school in Scorton, Preston are looking to appoint a dedicated and reliable Teaching Assistant to join their infant class. This is a full-time role, working Monday to Friday from 8:45am to 3:15pm.

The school is looking for someone who can provide general classroom support within the infant class and work closely alongside the class teacher. The role would suit an experienced Teaching Assistant, or an ECT who is looking to gain further experience within a school setting while working as a TA.

The class teacher is a Leading Foundation Stage Teacher, making this a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their experience within an infant and early years setting. The successful candidate will be supported by an experienced teaching team and will have the opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience.

Primary Teaching Assistant benefits

• Competitive hourly rate of pay
• PAYE paid weekly
• Long-term stability
• Access to professional development and CPD opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• £150 refer a friend scheme (T&Cs apply)

Primary Teaching Assistant role requirements:

• Previous experience working with children or young people (school-based desirable)
• Experience supporting pupils within a primary school setting
• Understanding of the primary curriculum and adapting as required for pupils' learning needs
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A patient, proactive and supportive approach
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing
• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply

The successful Primary Teaching Assistant will:

• Assist the teacher with lesson delivery and classroom activities
• Encourage pupil engagement and participation
• Support behaviour management using positive strategies
• Help create an inclusive and supportive learning environment
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and support teams
• Provide general classroom and learning support to pupils
• Support pupils with their day-to-day learning and development

We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.

We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.

As part of our registration process, you’ll need an enhanced DBS check and we’ll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

As part of our registration process, you’ll need an enhanced DBS check and we’ll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.