Teaching Assistant (KS1 Year)

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Poole; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A welcoming mainstream Primary School in Poole is seeking a full-time Teaching Assistant (TA) to support the Year 1 class starting in September 2025. This role values candidates with experience in education and offers a supportive environment for career growth. Responsibilities include assisting with lessons and fostering a positive classroom atmosphere, ensuring engagement and progress for all pupils.

Benefits

Friendly and inclusive school community

Structured support for career growth

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in various roles.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding policies.
• Willingness to learn and contribute to education.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons.
• Work with individual pupils to reinforce learning.
• Help maintain a calm and inclusive classroom.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Caring

Education

Enhanced Child Workforce DBS

Job description

Do you have a natural ability to connect with children and want to start or grow your career in education?
A welcoming mainstream Primary School in Poole is seeking a full-time Teaching Assistant (TA) to join their Year 1 class in Key Stage 1 from September 2025. Whether you have worked as a nursery nurse, childminder, sports coach, or dance teacher, your experience working with children is highly valued. A school tour will be offered before the interview to help you get a feel for the setting. Interviews will take place over the next few weeks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the class teacher in delivering fun, engaging, and age-appropriate lessons.
• Work with individual pupils or small groups to reinforce learning and build confidence.
• Help maintain a calm, safe, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Assist with preparing learning materials and classroom resources.
• Provide encouragement and emotional support to pupils throughout the school day.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to ensure children’s progress and well-being.

Job Requirements of TA:

• Previous experience working with children in any setting (e.g., nursery, coaching, childminding).
• A positive, caring, and proactive attitude.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and contribute to school life.
• A clear understanding of safeguarding and child protection policies.
• Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply via GSL).

What We Offer:

• Join a friendly, inclusive school community that values your input
• A great opportunity to build classroom experience and grow in your career
• Structured support and guidance available for early career teachers.

If you are aTeaching Assistant (TA) ready to support vulnerable learners and foster resilience, this Poole -based role offers a meaningful career move.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

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