Unqualified Teaching Assistant - Immediate Start

Envision Education; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD courses

Dedicated consultant

Quick registration

Supportive team

Job summary

Envision Education is recruiting Unqualified Teaching Assistants for primary schools in High Wycombe. You will support pupils with their learning, development and wellbeing throughout the school day, with a focus on one-to-one and small-group assistance.

No formal TA qualification is required, and candidates should be based in High Wycombe or able to commute there. This role offers Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm, with opportunities to grow within education and gain classroom experience.

Qualifications

• No formal Teaching Assistant qualification required.
• Based in High Wycombe or willing to commute to High Wycombe.
• Able to work 8:30am–3:30pm, Monday to Friday.
• Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with learning and classroom activities.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support.
• Help pupils understand and complete learning tasks.
• Support pupils with SEND and additional needs.
• Encourage pupil confidence, independence and social skills.
• Support positive behaviour in the classroom.
• Assist teachers with activities and learning resources.
• Provide emotional and pastoral support as needed.
• Build positive relationships with pupils.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive classroom environment.
• Work effectively as part of a wider school team.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication skills

Reliability and patience

Job description

Unqualified Teaching Assistant - Immediate Start - High Wycombe

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?

You don't need a Teaching Assistant qualification to apply!

Envision Education is currently recruiting Unqualified Teaching Assistants for primary schools across High Wycombe.

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 from other roles.

We are looking for enthusiastic, caring and reliable individuals who are confident working with children and want to make a positive difference in the classroom.

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

• Encouraging pupils to 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 High Wycombe or willing to commute to High Wycombe

• 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

• Confident working with children and young people

• Able to build positive relationships with pupils

• Reliable, professional and committed

• Able to work effectively as part of a team

• Willing 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 an excellent opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience, develop your education career and make a real 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.