Unqualified Teaching Assistant - Help Shape Young Minds In Norwich

Teaching Personnel; Norwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An education staffing agency in Norwich is seeking an Unqualified Teaching Assistant to provide vital support to students with diverse learning and behavioral needs. The role involves assisting with core academic subjects and promoting emotional wellbeing. Candidates must have a full UK driving license and be adaptable in educational settings. Competitive weekly pay and ongoing training opportunities are offered, making it a great choice for those passionate about making a difference in young lives.

Benefits

Access to CPD Academy for training

Competitive pay

Ongoing support from a consultant

Free child protection training

Qualifications

• You must hold a full UK driving licence.
• Independent travel between school sites is essential.
• Must have experience or background in education, childcare, or youth work.

Responsibilities

• Support children with academic, emotional, and behavioural challenges.
• Implement strategies to boost confidence and independence.
• Assist students with literacy and numeracy.
• Promote communication and emotional wellbeing.
• Maintain an inclusive and engaging classroom environment.

Skills

Adaptability

Confidence in educational settings

Calmness under pressure

Encouraging positive behavior

Strong relationship-building

Job description

Unqualified Teaching Assistant - Help Shape Young Minds in Greater Norwich and Beyond

Do you have a passion for working with children? Do you believe that, with the right support, every child can thrive and reach their full potential? If that sounds like you, we'd love to connect.

We're looking for caring, adaptable individuals to join our team across Greater Norwich and surrounding communities, providing vital support to students with varying learning and behavioural needs. Whether your background is in education, childcare, or youth work, your experience could make a lasting impact on young lives.

Important: You must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to your own vehicle. Independent travel between school sites is essential, as is consistent, reliable attendance.

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Supporting children with a wide range of academic, emotional, and behavioural challenges.
• Implementing personalised strategies to boost confidence, independence, and life skills.
• Assisting students with core subjects such as literacy and numeracy.
• Promoting positive communication, social skills, and emotional wellbeing.
• Helping maintain a welcoming, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment.

We're Looking for Someone Who:

• Is adaptable and confident in different educational settings.
• Remains calm, patient, and understanding under pressure.
• Can encourage positive behaviour and engagement in learning.
• Values continuous personal and professional growth.
• Builds strong, trusting relationships with children and colleagues alike.

What You'll Gain:

• Access to Teaching Personnel's CPD Academy for training and accredited courses.
• Competitive weekly pay, reflective of your skills and experience.
• Simple, streamlined online systems for admin and communication.
• Ongoing guidance and support from a dedicated consultant throughout your journey.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for 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.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with 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 all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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