Join our team at Zest Education as a Primary Teaching Assistant at a vibrant primary school in Lichfield! This part-time role is perfect for individuals passionate about supporting children's learning and development. You will be working 3 days a week, providing valuable assistance to students and teachers starting immediately.
The school is a warm and welcoming place that nurtures a love for learning in young children. It has passionate and dedicated teachers who create a supportive and inclusive environment where students feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential. The school offers a well-rounded curriculum that not only focuses on academic subjects but also emphasizes the development of social-emotional skills, creativity, and critical thinking. There are ample opportunities for hands-on learning experiences, outdoor play, and extracurricular activities that cater to a variety of interests. Communication between teachers, parents, and students is open and transparent, fostering a strong sense of community and partnership in the education process. You will have multiple opportunities in this environment for professional development to improve your skills as a teaching assistant. If this sounds like the place for you, apply now!
Responsibilities:
- Supporting the class teacher in delivering lessons
- Providing one-on-one support to students who require additional help
- Assisting with classroom management and behaviour
- Helping to create a safe and stimulating learning environment for all students
Requirements:
- Previous experience working with primary-age children
- A genuine passion for education and helping young learners succeed
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- A relevant qualification in education or childcare is desirable
Zest Education are an REC audited agency and are dedicated to safeguarding children. All candidates must hold an enhanced DBS (or allow us to process one for you) and be registered to the DBS Update Service, be able to provide references to cover the last two years and successfully pass all other necessary safeguarding checks prior to clearance for work.
Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience, training, or qualifications required for this position are recent school-based experience (within the last 5 years within a school that teaches the British Curriculum) and/or care-based experience within the last 5 years.
The role advertised is for temporary supply work.