teaching assistant (primary)

Randstad Education; Eastbourne; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational staffing agency is seeking a Primary Teaching Assistant to support teachers and students in Eastbourne. This role offers flexible full-time or part-time options during term times. Responsibilities include aiding lesson delivery, providing one-on-one support, managing classroom behaviour, and promoting inclusivity. The ideal candidate should be patient and have strong communication skills. Opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment are offered.

Benefits

Competitive wage

Flexible working hours

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive school environment

Access to various primary schools

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a primary school setting.
• Commitment to child safeguarding and welfare.
• Relevant qualifications are a plus but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with lesson delivery and classroom organization.
• Provide one-on-one or small group support to students.
• Help with behaviour management to maintain classroom structure.
• Support children with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Promote an inclusive and positive classroom atmosphere.
• Participate in school meetings and events as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Patience

Caring nature

Job description

Primary Teaching Assistant Role - Randstad Education, Eastbourne

Randstad Education is seeking an enthusiastic Primary Teaching Assistant to work in various schools across the Eastbourne area. This is a term-time only position with flexible full-time or part-time options.

Key Summary of the Role

This role involves crucial support for primary teachers and students to foster a constructive and engaging learning environment.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Assisting teachers with lesson delivery and classroom organization.

• Providing focused, one-on-one or small- group support to students.

• Helping with behaviour management to maintain classroom structure.

• Supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN).

• Promoting an inclusive and positive classroom atmosphere.

• Participating in school meetings and events as needed.

What Randstad Offers You

• A competitive wage based on your expertise.

• Flexible working hours (full-time/part-time).

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Work within a supportive, collaborative school environment.

• Access to a network of primary schools throughout Eastbourne.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be patient, caring, and encouraging, with strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Key requirements are:

• Prior experience working with children, preferably in a primary school setting.

• A firm commitment to child safeguarding and welfare.

• Relevant qualifications are a plus but not mandatory.

Next Steps to Apply

If you are dedicated to helping young students succeed, Randstad Education encourages you to apply. Note that all successful applicants must be willing to complete an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references due to the company's commitment to child welfare.