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Teaching Assistant

Job Posted: 18 days ago

Salary: £ 150 - 230 / Day
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Bracknell

Expire in: 10 days

Job Description

Location: Bracknell, Berkshire

Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time (Term Time Only)
Start Date: September

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Bracknell. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who is passionate about supporting children's learning and development within a nurturing educational environment.

Working closely with the class teacher and wider school staff, you will play a key role in supporting pupils across the primary age range, helping to create a positive, engaging and inclusive classroom where every child can achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and effective lessons across the primary curriculum.
Work with individuals and small groups of pupils to reinforce learning and improve progress.
Provide tailored support to pupils with a range of learning needs, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), where required.
Assist with the preparation and organisation of classroom resources and learning activities.
Promote positive behaviour in line with the school's behaviour policy and encourage pupils to develop confidence and independence.
Support pupils with literacy, numeracy and phonics interventions.
Assist with classroom displays and maintaining an organised, stimulating learning environment.
Supervise pupils during breaktimes, lunchtimes, educational visits and other school activities as required.
Record pupil progress and provide feedback to the class teacher.
Foster positive relationships with pupils, staff, parents and carers, maintaining professionalism at all times.
Ensure the safeguarding and welfare of all pupils by following school policies and procedures.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

Experience working with children within a primary school or educational setting.
A positive, patient and caring approach to supporting children's learning.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
The ability to build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents.
Good organisational skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Confidence supporting pupils across EYFS, Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2.
A flexible and proactive attitude with a willingness to adapt to the needs of the school.
A good standard of literacy and numeracy.
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Desirable Skills and Experience

Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
Experience supporting pupils with SEND, including autism, ADHD or speech and language needs.
Knowledge of phonics programmes and intervention strategies.
Previous experience delivering small group interventions.
First Aid training (desirable but not essential).

What the School Offers

A welcoming and supportive staff team.
Opportunities for professional development and ongoing training.
A positive and inclusive school culture.
Well-resourced classrooms and excellent learning facilities.
The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children's education and wellbeing.

Safeguarding

The successful candidate will be expected to share the school's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references will be required prior to appointment.

How to Apply

If you are an enthusiastic and motivated Teaching Assistant looking to join a supportive primary school in Bracknell, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to become part of a dedicated team committed to helping every child succeed.

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.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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