Zest Education is currently seeking a dedicated and passionate Teaching Assistant to join the team at a reputable primary school in Lichfield. This is a full-time position that is available for an immediate start.
The primary school is committed to providing a high-quality education to all students, creating a supportive and nurturing atmosphere where every child can thrive. With a strong focus on holistic development and individualized learning, this school is an excellent place for a Teaching Assistant to make a positive impact on students' lives.
The supportive and collaborative staff along with opportunities to work with a diverse student population, allows for professional development and career progression.
Requirements:
- Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a primary school setting
- Relevant qualifications in Education or Childcare is desired (e.g., Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team and independently
- A genuine passion for supporting the educational and emotional development of children
Responsibilities:
- Supporting the class teacher in delivering engaging and effective lessons
- Assisting with the preparation of classroom materials and resources
- Providing one-to-one support to students with additional learning needs
- Supervising and supporting students during activities and break times
- Promoting positive behaviour and maintaining a safe learning environment
If you are a motivated and enthusiastic individual looking to kickstart your career as a Teaching Assistant in a welcoming primary school setting, then we want to hear from you!
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.