Unqualified Teaching Assistant - Immediate Start

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD courses worth £144.50

Temporary and permanent positions

Ongoing support during placement

Job summary

Envision Education is seeking Unqualified Teaching Assistants for Maidenhead schools. No formal TA qualification is required, and most opportunities are in primary settings. Roles run full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm, with DBS checks and safeguarding commitments in place.

Applicants with experience with children or young people are encouraged, including care or youth-work backgrounds. The role supports learning, wellbeing and inclusive classrooms under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils on a one-to-one or small-group basis
• Supporting children with SEND and additional needs
• Helping pupils develop their confidence, independence and social skills
• Supporting positive behaviour within the classroom
• Assisting teachers with classroom activities and learning tasks
• Providing emotional and pastoral support where required
• Helping create a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment
• Building positive relationships with pupils and school staff
• Supporting pupils with their individual learning and developmental needs

Job description

Unqualified Teaching Assistant - Immediate Start - Maidenhead

Full-Time | Monday to Friday | 8:30am - 3:30pm | Primary & Secondary 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 schools across Maidenhead, with the majority of our opportunities based within primary settings. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals looking to begin or develop their career within education using the skills and experience they have already gained.

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, Youth Worker, Carer, Childcare Practitioner, Residential Support Worker, Sports Coach, Mentor or in another role involving children or young people.

The Role

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

Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils on a one-to-one or small-group basis

• Supporting children with SEND and additional needs

• Helping pupils develop their confidence, independence and social skills

• Supporting positive behaviour within the classroom

• Assisting teachers with classroom activities and learning tasks

• Providing emotional and pastoral support where required

• Helping create a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment

• Building positive relationships with pupils and school staff

• Supporting pupils with their individual learning and developmental needs

What We're Looking For

• No formal Teaching Assistant qualification is required

• Must be based in Maidenehad or willing to commute to Maidenhead

• 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

• Reliable, professional and committed

• Able to work effectively as part of a team

• Experience supporting individuals with SEND is advantageous but not essential

• Previous school experience is desirable but not essential

Benefits and Perks

• Free CPD courses worth £144.50 once cleared to work

• Opportunities for both temporary and permanent positions

• Ongoing support throughout your placement

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 Barring Service (DBS) check.