Year 2 General Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in Portsmouth is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support Year 2 and Year 3 pupils beginning in January. In this rewarding role, you'll work closely with class teachers to enhance children's learning and wellbeing both in small groups and one-on-one. Ideal candidates will possess patience and enthusiasm and have good communication skills. The role offers a supportive environment, professional development, and the chance to make a difference in children's lives.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive school community

Free child protection training

Qualifications

• Experience working with primary-aged children is desirable.
• Must be patient, caring, and enthusiastic.
• Good communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across Year 2 and Year 3.
• Work with small groups and individual pupils.
• Assist with classroom preparation and resources.
• Support pupils' social, emotional, and behavioural needs.
• Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Experience with primary-aged children

Good communication skills

Teamwork skills

Patience

Caring attitude

Enthusiasm

Job description

Teaching Assistant (Year 2 & Year 3)

Location: Portsmouth

Start Date: January

We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and reliable Teaching Assistant to support learning in Year 2 and Year 3 from January. The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers to support pupils' learning and wellbeing, both in small groups and on a one-to-one basis. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a positive difference in a supportive primary school environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across Year 2 and Year 3
• Work with small groups and individual pupils
• Assist with classroom preparation and resources
• Support pupils' social, emotional, and behavioural needs
• Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment

The Ideal Candidate Will

• Have experience working with primary-aged children (desirable)
• Be patient, caring, and enthusiastic
• Have good communication and teamwork skills
• Be committed to supporting children's learning and development

We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive school community
• Opportunities for professional development
• A rewarding role supporting children at a key stage of their education

Post is subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

To apply, please submit your CV.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.

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.

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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