Primary Teaching Assistant
JOB_52844284644838Job type
TemporaryLocation
WakefieldWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Primary TeachingIndustry
Education & TrainingPay
MPS 1 - MPS6Closing date
7 Apr 2025
Primary Teaching Assistants needed in Wakefield!
We are currently looking for Primary Teaching Assistants to join our team here in Wakefield!
We are looking to hear from Teaching Assistants that are able to engage children, enabling them to learn and achieve their full potential. The school provides a caring, nurturing environment and with the ethos of the school rooted in inclusivity, the staff work together with pupils and parents to create a culture of mutual respect and care for each other. The school is easily accessible on public transport.
The main responsibilities of this KS1 Teaching Assistant job are:
- Getting the classroom ready for lessons
- Listening to children read, reading to them or telling them stories
- Helping children who need extra support to complete tasks
- Helping teachers to plan learning activities and complete records
- Supporting the teacher in managing class behaviour
- Supervising group activities
- Looking after children who are upset or have had accidents
- Clearing away materials and equipment after lessons
- Helping with outings
- Carrying out administrative tasks
What you’ll need to succeed
The ideal Teaching Assistant will be/have:
- Level 2 or higher childcare or Teaching Assistant qualification
- Knowledge of the KS1 curriculum
- Experience working with KS1 Children
- Experience working with behaviour issues
- A commitment to delivering high quality teaching and learning
- Enthusiasm, energy and flexibility
- Strong organisational skills
- A good understanding of safeguarding
In addition, it is ideal that you are;
- Highly adaptable as there may be instances where you are will have to cover in various classes
- Confident, organised and at times, diplomatic
- Patient and creative
- Have a proven track record of developing children in an Educational setting
- DBS on the update service
What you’ll get in return
Not only will you receive all the support you need from a DfE accredited recruitment expert, while working for Hays you’ll also enjoy a range of employee benefits, including:
- An excellent opportunity to enhance your experience and career
- Working as a Hays supply teacher is a great lifestyle decision that gives you access to work in the widest range of primary schools in the area
- A competitive daily rate of pay
- £250 reward every time you recommend a colleague*
- Access to free Professional Development Training
*Terms and conditions apply
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Elise on 0113 200 3710.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
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