Teaching Assistant
Posting date: | 09 April 2024 |
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Salary: | £13.21 to £16.25 per hour |
Hours: | Full time |
Closing date: | 09 May 2024 |
Location: | LL11 2NR |
Company: | The Educate Group |
Job type: | Temporary |
Job reference: | TAW/BN/WXM-32615 |
Summary
The Educate Group is currently seeking a dedicated full-time Teaching Assistant to join our team at a local Wrexham primary school, conveniently located in the heart of town.
In this role, you will have the rewarding opportunity to provide one-to-one support to a Year 4 child, offering both emotional and academic assistance throughout the day.
If you possess strong communication skills, a nurturing demeanour, and a genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of young learners, we encourage you to apply.
The role will be initially running for 7 weeks up until half-term, however this may be reviewed and extended depending on the needs of the pupil.
Benefits of joining the Educate Group:
• Run by a leading team of experienced Teachers, Senior Leaders and Support Staff with over 85+ years of combined education experience.
• Committed to providing employment, free coaching, training and support to our team of staff.
• Work as often and flexibly as you like to achieve a work-life balance
• Build relevant classroom-based experience with reputable schools across the area
• Opportunity to apply for your initial teacher training with Educate ITT and one of their link schools.
• Opportunities to move into a permanent position - should one become available.
Responsibilities of a Teaching Assistant:
• Support the teacher in preparing classroom materials.
• Assist individual students and manage student behaviour.
• Assess progress and provide feedback.
• Create a positive learning environment, providing support during activities.
• Help with administrative tasks.
• Follow school policies and procedures.
Requirements of a Teaching Assistant:
• No qualifications are required, although good standards of literacy and numeracy are needed.
• Experience working with children or young people would be beneficial.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to manage behaviour effectively.
• A positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
Registrations required to be a Teaching Assistant:
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, but if you do not have one, you can apply for a new one through Educate.
• You must register with the EWC (Education Workforce Council) to work in Wales.
Notes:
• All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, as we cannot offer a work permit to any applicant or facilitate work permits for any vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.
• We are a member of the REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation).
• The Educate Group are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children.
• As a matter of courtesy, the Educate Group aim to respond to all applications within 48 hours.
• A higher rate is achievable for candidates with a proven track record of high attainment within the required job role or subject area.
• All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.
If you want to know more about the Educate Group and the current opportunities, don't hesitate to contact one of our team on 01978 281881.