Teaching Assistant in Crawley, West Sussex
Empower young minds, one lesson at a time.
Are you passionate about nurturing young children and helping them thrive in their early years of education?
Do you enjoy fostering a positive and engaging learning environment for primary school students?
Do you believe you have the potential to excel in a school setting?
If so, keep reading!
Randstad is partnering with outstanding schools in Crawley to find enthusiastic individuals eager to develop both their personal skills and their students' abilities. Our partner schools provide practical on-the-job training and ongoing support from a team of experienced staff. In this term-time role, you will have the chance to explore your passion for education by assisting students aged 4-11, contributing to their social, emotional, and academic growth. If you have experience working with children or a background in caregiving, a teaching assistant role might be the perfect next step for you. This is a contract position offering a long-term opportunity with full-time hours.
Benefits:
- Access to a range of e-learning courses and knowledge libraries.
- An exciting referral bonus where you can earn £300 in Love2Shop vouchers for referrals you make! (T&Cs)
- Work with specialist and experienced team members
- Progression opportunities in your role
- Flexibility to work with a range of ages, across different year groups
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with teachers to work with groups of children.
- Provide regular progress updates to the class teacher and maintain records.
- Attend to children's personal needs, including minor first aid, and offer guidance on pastoral, social health, physical hygiene, and welfare matters.
- Engage with teachers, caregivers, and parents to monitor student development.
- Support children on a 1:1 basis or in small groups to facilitate their learning.
- Be a positive role model for students and staff.
Requirements:
- Experience working with children.
- Genuine passion for working with children.
- Grade C or above (or equivalent) in GCSE Maths and English.
- Enhanced child DBS (we can assist if you don't already have one).
- Classroom and behaviour management skills.
- Patience to support pupils in understanding lessons and engaging in activities planned by the teacher.
- Eligibility to work in the UK (Sponsorship not provided).
About Our Community:
Join our inclusive and supportive educational community dedicated to providing quality learning experiences. We strive to nurture a positive atmosphere where every team member's contribution is valued.
How to Apply:
Ready to embark on a fulfilling journey in education? If you're dedicated, enthusiastic, and eager to contribute to student success, apply now and become a part of our team!
"Be instrumental in students' learning experiences as a Teaching Assistant, contributing to a dynamic and enriching education."
We promote diversity and are an equal opportunities employer.