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Primary Teaching Assistant

Job Posted: a day ago

Salary: £ 95 - 110 / Day
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Chesterfield

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Do you have a genuine passion for supporting children and helping them thrive in school?
Are you a kind, caring and motivated Teaching Assistant with strong communication skills?
Would you like to work in a welcoming and supportive school with excellent facilities?

TeacherActive is looking for a passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant to support a fantastic school in Chesterfield.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is committed to education, enjoys helping children develop both academically and personally, and wants to become part of a supportive school environment.

The successful candidate will have a kind and caring approach, be confident building positive relationships with pupils and staff, and be motivated to make a real difference in the classroom. 
You will have the opportunity to work within a welcoming and supportive school where staff work together to create a positive environment for both pupils and colleagues.

As a Teaching Assistant, you may be responsible for:

Supporting pupils with their learning and development
Working closely with the class teacher to deliver engaging activities
Providing 1:1 and small-group support where required
Helping to foster pupils' confidence, independence and personal development
Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement
Creating a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment
Supporting children with a range of abilities and individual needs
Communicating effectively with teachers, support staff and pupils

We are looking for someone who:

Has at least 3–6 months' experience working in UK schools, or relevant experience within a UK educational setting
Holds QTS or a relevant education qualification/experience
Has a genuine passion for teaching and supporting children
Is motivated, enthusiastic and reliable
Has a kind, patient and caring approach
Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Is committed to supporting and fostering child development
Can build strong and positive relationships with pupils
The school benefits from:

Excellent facilities
A friendly and supportive staff team
A positive learning environment
Opportunities to develop your classroom experience
A strong focus on pupil development and well-being
When you work with TeacherActive, you can expect:

A dedicated consultant who gets to know you and what you're looking for
Competitive rates of pay
Access to opportunities across local schools
Regular communication and ongoing support
Roles matched to your experience, strengths and availability
Support throughout your placement
If you're a motivated and passionate Teaching Assistant who genuinely enjoys helping children learn, grow and develop, we'd love to hear from you.

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About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. 

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment

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