Teaching Assistant

Description

My name is Niamh, and I am the Recruitment Resourcer in the Essex office. I work closely with schools in Chelmsford and the surrounding areas, supporting them with all aspects of their recruitment. I am currently working with a welcoming and supportive primary school in Chelmsford that is looking to appoint an experienced Teaching Assistant to play a key part in supporting pupils during their early academic journey.

This Teaching Assistant job role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in a child’s education and wellbeing. As a Teaching Assistant, you may be working closely with a pupil with additional needs on a one-to-one basis, as well as supporting small groups within the classroom. In this Teaching Assistant job role, you will help pupils access learning, build confidence, develop social skills, and feel settled and secure in school. You will work alongside the class teacher and wider school team to support daily routines, learning activities, and emotional regulation throughout the school day.

The school is seeking a driven and compassionate individual to start as soon as possible, with full support from both TeacherActive and the school to help you grow and develop professionally. The successful candidate will understand the importance of consistency, patience, and encouragement in the Teaching Assistant job role, ensuring every pupil has the opportunity to succeed.

The successful Teaching Assistant will have:

Experience working with children, ideally within a primary or SEN setting

A calm, patient, and supportive approach

Confidence supporting pupils on a one-to-one basis

Strong communication skills and a team-focused attitude

An Enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to apply for one

An understanding of behaviour support and emotional regulation (desired)

In return, you can expect:

A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you through an easy onboarding process

Access to our Guaranteed Payment Scheme (T&Cs apply)

CPD courses and certificates through the My-Progression channel

Excellent rates of pay

TeacherActive Referral Scheme – earn up to £100 when you refer a friend (T&Cs apply)

PAYE payment structure, ensuring your tax and National Insurance are handled correctly with no hidden admin charges

If you’re interested in this Teaching Assistant job role, click APPLY NOW and we’ll be in touch.

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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

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

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services

Ad ID: 5417848949