Teaching & Learning Assistant

Protocol Education Limited; Lewisham; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education Limited is recruiting enthusiastic Teaching & Learning Assistants to support children in mainstream primary schools in Lewisham. We offer daily supply, short-term and long-term opportunities to help pupils reach their full potential.

As a Teaching & Learning Assistant, you will work closely with teachers to support learning across the classroom, leading small group interventions and assisting pupils who need additional support to access learning.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning within the classroom.
• Lead small group interventions in literacy, numeracy and other curriculum areas.
• Assist pupils who require additional support to access learning.
• Encourage pupil engagement, confidence and independence.
• Support classroom management and positive behaviour.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other support staff.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback where appropriate.

Skills

Group activity leadership

Passionate about learning

Positive attitude

Relationship building

Organised and proactive

Job description

We are currently recruiting enthusiastic and proactive Teaching & Learning Assistants to work in mainstream primary schools. We have a range of daily supply, short-term and long-term opportunities available for individuals who enjoy supporting children's academic and personal development.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants, graduates, or those looking to develop a career in education.

The Role

As a Teaching & Learning Assistant, you will work closely with teachers to support learning across the classroom, helping pupils to reach their full potential.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting teaching and learning within the classroom
• Leading small group interventions in literacy, numeracy and other curriculum areas
• Assisting pupils who require additional support to access learning
• Encouraging pupil engagement, confidence and independence
• Supporting classroom management and positive behaviour
• Working collaboratively with teachers and other support staff
• Monitoring pupil progress and providing feedback where appropriate

About You

We are looking for candidates who are:

• Confident leading small group activities and interventions
• Passionate about supporting children's learning and development
• Positive, enthusiastic and adaptable
• Able to build strong relationships with pupils and staff
• Organised and proactive in their approach to supporting learning

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience working in a primary school
• Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant experience
• Childcare, tutoring, coaching or youth work experience
• Experience supporting children with additional learning needs

Requirements

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Confidence working with groups of children independently
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Right to work in the UK

What We Offer

• Flexible daily supply work and long-term placements
• Competitive rates of pay
• Opportunities to work in a variety of welcoming primary schools
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Valuable experience for those considering a career in teaching

If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to children's education while developing your own skills and experience, we'd love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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