Year 4 Teaching Assistant

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Buckhurst Hill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive primary school in Buckhurst Hill is seeking a Year 4 Teaching Assistant to motivate and encourage pupils in their learning. This role involves providing classroom support, especially for students with Special Educational Needs, and delivering small group interventions. Ideal candidates will have prior experience as a Teaching Assistant and a passion for developing student confidence. This long-term opportunity could lead to permanent employment.

Benefits

Temp-to-Perm Opportunity

Supportive School Environment

Career Progression

Dedicated Consultant

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant.
• Experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs.
• Basic understanding of child development and age-appropriate learning strategies.
• Ability to boost pupils’ confidence through positive listening and support techniques.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Year 4 class teacher.
• Provide targeted support for pupils with Special Educational Needs.
• Deliver individual and small group support.
• Help pupils develop confidence and self-esteem.

Skills

Classroom support

SEN Support

Teamwork skills

Communication skills

Job description

Year 4 Teaching Assistant Vacancy in Buckhurst Hil – Join a Supportive Primary School!

Role: Year 4 Teaching Assistant
Location: Buckhurst Hill, London
Salary: £90 – £105 per day – depending on experience
Start Date: ASAP
Working Hours: 08:30 am – 03:30 pm (Monday to Friday)
Contract Type: Long-Term

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant who aspires to become a Teacher?

At GSL Education, we are currently seeking a committed and enthusiastic Year 4 Teaching Assistant to join one of our fantastic client Primary Schools in Buckhurst Hill. The school is looking for someone who can start immediatelyand has experience working withindividual pupils and small groups.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience while supporting young learners at a crucial stage of their education.

Key Responsibilities

• Classroom Support: Work closely with the Year 4 class teacher to motivate and encourage pupils to reach their full potential.
• SEN Support: Provide targeted support for pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Small Group Intervention: Deliver individual and small group support to ensure effective learning takes place.
• Student Confidence: Help pupils develop confidence and self-esteem through encouragement and tailored strategies.

The successful Year 4 Teaching Assistant will have:

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant.
• Experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs.
• A basic understanding of child development and age-appropriate learning strategies.
• The ability to boost pupils’ confidence through positive listening and support techniques.
• Strong teamwork skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

What GSL Education Offers:

• Temp-to-Perm Opportunity: A long-term role with the potential to become permanent.
• Supportive School Environment: A welcoming school with a strong focus on pupil development and wellbeing.
• Career Progression: An excellent opportunity for those looking to move into teacher training in the future.
• Dedicated Consultant: Ongoing guidance and support throughout your placement.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

For more information or to register your interest in the Year 4 Teaching Assistant role, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.