Teaching Assistant — Training, Progress & Support

Blue Arrow; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Training and development

Career progression

Inclusive environment

Job summary

Blue Arrow is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support teachers in delivering high-quality education. The role includes classroom support, helping pupils academically, socially, and emotionally, and promoting a safe learning environment.

Candidates should have GCSEs in English and Maths and prior experience with children. The position offers 12.50–16.00 per hour, with full-time, part-time, temporary, or permanent contracts depending on school needs.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent).
• Experience working with children in an educational or childcare setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in planning and delivering learning activities.
• Support individual pupils and small groups with learning.
• Help prepare teaching materials, resources, and classroom displays.
• Encourage student participation and engagement in lessons.
• Monitor and record pupil progress and provide feedback to the teacher.
• Provide additional support to pupils with SEND.
• Promote positive behaviour and implement school policies.
• Support pupils' emotional wellbeing and social development.
• Assist students during educational visits, break times, and extracurricular activities.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Organisational skills

Time management

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent)

Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification

Job description

Blue Arrow is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support teachers in delivering high-quality education. The role includes classroom support, helping pupils academically, socially, and emotionally, and promoting a safe learning environment.

Candidates should have GCSEs in English and Maths and prior experience with children. The position offers 12.50–16.00 per hour, with full-time, part-time, temporary, or permanent contracts depending on school needs.