Year 3 / Teaching Assistant / Dorchester

Teaching Personnel; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in Dorchester is seeking a highly motivated General Teaching Assistant to support a Year 3 class in a welcoming primary school. The role covers one-to-one and small-group support, assisting with engaging lessons, classroom organisation and promoting positive behaviour.

Ideal candidates will have previous experience with children, excellent communication and a nurturing approach, and the ability to work well as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a primary setting.
• Passion for supporting children's learning and development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, caring and nurturing approach.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Proactive and flexible attitude.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Experience as a Teaching Assistant is desirable; transferable childcare/education experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with delivery of engaging lessons.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support as required.
• Help pupils stay focused, motivated and engaged in learning.
• Assist with classroom preparation and organisation.
• Support pupils' academic, social and emotional development.
• Encourage positive behaviour and a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and wider school staff.
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient and nurturing

Team player

Flexible attitude

Job description

General Teaching Assistant – Year 3

Location: Dorchester | Start Date: ASAP | Full-Time/Part-Time Opportunities

Are you a passionate and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity within a primary school?

We are currently looking for a General Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Dorchester, supporting pupils within a Year 3 classroom. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is committed to helping children thrive and enjoys working as part of a supportive school team.

The Role

As a General Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support the class teacher with the delivery of engaging lessons


• Provide one-to-one and small-group support where required


• Help pupils remain focused, motivated and engaged with their learning


• Assist with classroom preparation and organisation


• Support pupils with their academic, social and emotional development


• Encourage positive behaviour and maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment


• Work collaboratively with teachers and wider school staff


• Positive


• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous experience working with children, ideally within a primary school setting


• A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


• A patient, caring and nurturing approach


• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff


• A proactive and flexible attitude


• The ability to work effectively as part of a team


• Experience as a Teaching Assistant is desirable, but we also welcome applications from candidates with relevant childcare, education, youth work or transferable experience.

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience within a primary school and make a real difference to children's learning and development.

You will be joining a supportive school environment where your contribution will be valued and where you can develop your experience working with pupils in Year 3.

Location: Dorchester

Position: General Teaching Assistant

Year Group: Year 3

Start Date: As soon as possible

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.

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