Teaching Assistant. Job in Crawley Education & Training Jobs

Academics Ltd; Crawley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A local primary school in Crawley is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support students, especially those with special education needs. The role offers excellent training opportunities in behavior management and a chance for career progression in education or care. Ideal candidates will have GCSEs in Maths and English and a genuine desire to support children's learning in a caring environment. Permanent opportunities are available.

Benefits

Excellent for career progression

Training in behavior management and communication

Term-time only

Permanent employment opportunities

Qualifications

• A genuine desire to work with children with special education needs.
• A caring, compassionate, and resilient nature.
• A proactive approach, taking initiative in the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside teachers and therapists to support children.
• Ensure equipment is safe for children's use.
• Prepare activities and tidy up afterward.
• Maintain an optimal learning environment for children.

Skills

Compassionate nature

Ability to work with special education needs

Pro-active attitude

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English (grades A-C)

Job description

A lovely 2 form primary school in Crawley is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant!

If you love working with children and perhaps have ambitions of getting into teaching, this is the perfect role for you.

Key benefits of the role of Teaching Assistant:

• Excellent for career progression into care, psychology or teaching
• Lots of training available in behaviour management, communication strategies and emergency aid
• Term‑time only which means lots of holiday!
• Permanent employment opportunities available

What can you expect to do on a daily basis as a Teaching Assistant?

• Work alongside teachers, therapists and other support staff
• Ensure that equipment and facilities are safe for the children to use
• Preparation of activities and tidying away after
• Developing an understanding with a child to maintain an optimal learning environment
• Report any safeguarding concerns promptly and accurately

What is required of you as a Teaching Assistant?

• A genuine desire to work with children with special education needs
• A caring, compassionate and resilient nature
• A 'can-do' attitude but also being pro‑active rather than always waiting for direction
• You will require a DBS check (which we can support you with)
• You must not be barred from working with children
• You will have grades A -C in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent)

Please apply now for further information about the role of Teaching Assistant.