Position: Level 3 Teaching Assistant (Year 1 Class)
Location: Burnley
Contract: Full-time, Fixed-term (1 Year)
About the School:
Join a vibrant and supportive school community in Burnley. We are dedicated to providing an inclusive and nurturing environment where every child can thrive academically and socially. Our Year 1 class is eager to welcome a passionate and skilled Teaching Assistant to support their learning journey.
Role and Responsibilities:
As a Level 3 Teaching Assistant in our Year 1 class, you will:
- Assist the classroom teacher in delivering engaging and effective lessons.
- Support individual and small group learning activities.
- Help develop and implement tailored phonics programs, with a focus on Red Rose Phonics.
- Monitor and record students' progress, providing feedback to teachers and parents.
- Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
- Participate in school activities and continuous professional development.
Requirements:
- Qualification: Level 3 Teaching Assistant certification or equivalent.
- Experience: Proven experience working with children in a primary school setting, particularly Year 1.
- Phonics Expertise: Strong knowledge and experience in teaching phonics, ideally with Red Rose Phonics.
- Skills: Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
- Attributes: Patience, creativity, and a genuine passion for working with children.
Desirable:
- Previous experience in a similar role within a primary school.
- Ability to adapt to various educational needs and learning styles.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'