Year 5 Teaching Assistant

Aspire People; Telford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education agency seeks a compassionate Teaching Assistant for a Year 4 class in Telford. Responsibilities include providing tailored support to students and collaborating with teachers to enhance learning outcomes. This role commences in September 2025, ideal for candidates passionate about fostering educational growth.

Benefits

£250 referral bonus for candidate recommendations.

Qualifications

• Experience working within Year 4 required.
• Ability to support academic, social, and emotional development.
• Knowledge of effective teaching methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support to Year 4 pupils.
• Collaborate with teachers for lesson planning and delivery.
• Create a nurturing learning environment.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Patience

Flexibility

Education

Level 2/3 Support Teaching or Learning

Job description

Primary School Year 4 Teaching Assistant - Telford
Are you passionate about supporting individual student's learning journeys? Do you have experience working in Primary Schools? We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistants to join Aspire People to work in a school in Telford, working down in their Year 4 class, giving extra support to pupils. This role is to start September 2025.

Responsibilities:
* Provide individualized support and assistance to all pupils in Year 4.
* Collaborate with the classroom teacher to plan and deliver tailored lessons and activities to meet the student's unique needs.
* Support the student's academic, social, and emotional development, promoting their self-confidence and independence.
* Create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where the student can thrive.
* Adapt teaching strategies and resources to accommodate the student's learning style and abilities.
* Assist with the assessment of the student's progress and provide feedback to the classroom teacher and parents.
* Foster positive relationships with the student and establish clear communication channels with the school and parents.
* Uphold the school's values, policies, and procedures.

Requirements:
* Level 2/3 Support Teaching or Learning (or ratio equivalent.)
* Previous experience working within Year 4.
* Strong empathy and understanding of individual student needs.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with the student, staff, and parents.
* Patience, resilience, and the ability to provide emotional support when needed.
* Flexibility and adaptability to meet the evolving needs of the student and adapt teaching strategies accordingly.
* Knowledge of relevant teaching methodologies and resources for supporting individual students.
* Relevant qualifications in education or teaching assistant role are desirable but not essential.

We also offer you a £250 referral bonus for recommendations of candidates suitable for any of the roles we are currently recruiting for.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.