Unqualified Teaching Assistant - Immediate Start

Envision Education; Bletchley; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Envision Education is seeking an Unqualified Teaching Assistant for primary schools in Milton Keynes. This full-time role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm, supporting pupils with learning, development and wellbeing throughout the school day.

No formal TA qualification is required. Candidates with experience working with children or vulnerable individuals are encouraged to apply, with a caring and patient approach and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• No formal Teaching Assistant qualification is required.
• Must be based in Milton Keynes or willing to commute to Milton Keynes.
• Available to work 8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday.
• Previous experience working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals.
• A caring, patient and supportive approach.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence working with children and young people.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils.
• Reliable, professional and committed.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with learning and classroom activities.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support.
• Help pupils understand and complete tasks.
• Support children with SEND and additional needs.
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence and social skills.
• Support positive behaviour in the classroom.
• Assist teachers with resources and activities.
• Provide emotional and pastoral support as required.
• Build positive relationships with pupils.
• Support the teacher with classroom operations.

Skills

No TA qualification required

Experience with children

Caring and patient approach

Good communication

Job description

Unqualified Teaching Assistant - Immediate Start - Milton Keynes

Full-Time Monday to Friday 8:30am - 3:30pm Primary Schools

Are you passionate about working with children and young people but don't have a formal Teaching Assistant qualification?

Envision Education is currently recruiting Unqualified Teaching Assistants for primary schools across Milton Keynes. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals looking to begin or develop their career within education while using the skills and experience they have already gained.

We are looking for enthusiastic, caring and reliable individuals who are passionate about supporting children and helping them reach their full potential.

We welcome applications from candidates who have experience working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals. Your previous experience could be highly transferable to a school environment.

You may have previously worked as a Support Worker, Care Assistant, Carer, Youth Worker, Childcare Practitioner, Nursery Practitioner, Residential Support Worker, Sports Coach, Mentor, Healthcare Assistant or in another role involving children or young people.

The Role

As an Unqualified Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside teachers and school staff to support pupils with their learning, development and wellbeing throughout the school day.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils with their learning and classroom activities.
• Providing one-to-one and small-group support.
• Helping pupils understand and complete learning tasks.
• Supporting children with SEND and additional needs.
• Helping pupils develop confidence, independence and positive social skills.
• Supporting positive behaviour within the classroom.
• Helping pupils remain focused and engaged during lessons.
• Assisting teachers with classroom activities and learning resources.
• Providing emotional and pastoral support where required.
• Building positive and professional relationships with pupils.
• Supporting pupils with their individual learning and developmental needs.
• Helping create a safe, positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Working effectively as part of a wider school team.
• Supporting the teacher with the smooth running of the classroom.

What We're Looking For

• No formal Teaching Assistant qualification is required.
• Must be based in Milton Keynes or willing to commute to Milton Keynes.
• Available to work 8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday.
• Previous experience working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals.
• A caring, patient and supportive approach.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence working with children and young people.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils.
• Reliable, professional and committed.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and develop within a school environment.
• Experience supporting individuals with SEND or additional needs is advantageous but not essential.
• Previous school experience is desirable but not essential.

If you have worked in care, support work, youth work, childcare, nursery, residential care, healthcare, sports coaching, mentoring or a similar environment, we encourage you to apply.

Why Register with Envision Education?

• Specialists in securing long-term and permanent placements for teachers and support staff.
• Access to opportunities across primary and SEND schools.
• Opportunities specifically suited to candidates looking to move into education.
• Roles matched to your preferred location, school type, working hours and pay expectations.
• A dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your placement.
• Quick and efficient registration process.
• Friendly and supportive consultants.
• Excellent track record in securing work for education professionals.
• Rated 4.9 out of 5 on Google.
• Free CPD courses worth 144.50 once cleared to work.
• Opportunities for both temporary and permanent positions.
• Ongoing support throughout your placement.

No Teaching Assistant Qualification? No Problem!

If you have the right experience, attitude and passion for working with children, we want to hear from you.

This is a great opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience, develop your education career and make a positive difference to children's learning and development.

Pay rate is dependent on qualifications, experience and skills.

Envision Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Envision Education is also committed to following a policy of equal opportunities.

We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, religion, race, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, culture or disability.

You must be a UK resident or hold a full UK visa and be willing to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.