Teaching Assistant

  • Job Reference: 1426848744-2
  • Date Posted: 1 September 2024
  • Recruiter: Smile Education Recruitment
  • Location: City, Sheffield
  • Salary: On Application
  • Sector: Teaching Assistant
  • Job Type: Contract

Job Description

Teaching Assistant / Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Do you have a passion for enriching the education of children as they start their education journey?
Are you considering teacher training but want to gain more experience within the classroom first?

An opportunity has arisen for you to immediately join the dedicated team at our primary school in Sheffield as a full-time Teaching Assistant where you will be enriching lives and unlocking potential in the students.

You will be joining a school where all staff and pupils treat one another with respect and form positive relationships which ensure a happy and safe atmosphere!

What will you be doing?
  • Providing motivation and guidance to help pupils overcome obstacles in their learning
  • Supporting in Foundation Stage / Key Stage 1
  • Coach students on a wide range of academic and pastoral topics
  • Having an in-depth knowledge about teacher training / possible future teaching opportunities

You will be able to start in the role immediately on a full-time basis where you will receive a rate of pay between 85 - 105 per day.

This is the perfect opportunity if you have a passion for supporting children and young people with their development with special requirements!

About you:
You will have knowledge on the school curriculum and learning stages and hold an NVQ level 2 or 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning. You will also have significant experience of working with SEND pupils with ASD/ADHD needs both 1:1 and in small groups, and a working knowledge of teaching targets from the broad areas of need within SEND, including targets from EHCPs and SSPPs.

Beneficial traits for this role include patience, resilience and approachability; you also need to have the ability to communicate effectively with the SENDCO, class teacher, external agencies and parents about SEND pupils learning and progress.

What are the benefits of working with us?
You will be working for a Crown Commercial Services (CCS) approved supplier with a team full of education experts! You will be paired with a dedicated consultant who will work closely with you to find the perfect employment opportunity to suit your needs and requirements.

You will follow Smile Educations quick and easy application process which includes a video interview with your dedicated consultant.

What are you waiting for?
Email your CV to (url removed) and call me (phone number removed)

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.