Primary School Teaching Assistant - Academics : Job Details

Primary School Teaching Assistant

Could you support children to get the best out of their classroom experience? We work with primary schools across the region and aim to place teaching assistants that can bring care, kindness and assistance to the schools that we work with.

Do you have experience of supporting pupils in the classroom? Have you supported children in groups or 1-1? Do you have experience with supporting pupils with SEN? If so, then we have a range of schools that could be looking for someone like you.

The Job…

You'll be kept busy, working with pupils across a range of Key Stages within the classroom to support their learning and development. You would have the opportunity to work across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. Your days will be varied, supporting children to engage with tasks set by the class teacher, and supporting the teaching staff to get the most out of lessons and tasks.

You'll take initiative, be resilient, and drive pupils to achieve and progress. You'll work on learning activities, promote confidence, and encourage pupils to act independently to succeed.

You'll Be…

• Experienced working in school environments
• Able to hold student attention and focus with excellent communication skills
• Promote happiness, self-reliance and encourage positive interactions
• Have a passion for working with children and young people to improve their education
• Adaptable, patient, proactive and enthusiastic

Enhanced opportunities if…

• You are a Qualified Teaching Assistant

• You have experience with Special Educational Needs

Why work with Academics…?

• Academics are a well-established, trusted and respected education recruiter
• Generous rates of pay
• Flexible work options - choose where and when you work
• A large number of schools work with Academics across the Wirral area.
• Honest, friendly and supportive service
• Access to a 'Refer a Friend' scheme

Pay scaled dependent on experience.

If this sounds like you, get in touch now and let's discuss what you're looking for!

Is this role not what you're looking for? We are constantly in need of talented education staff to fill a wide variety of positions. Please get in touch and we're happy to discuss our opportunities with you!