Teaching Assistant
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What you'll do
- Support classroom teachers with daily lesson delivery, activity setup, and group management.
- Work 1:1 or in small interventions with pupils to boost reading, writing, and numeracy skills.
- Create an inclusive, encouraging learning environment for all students.
What they're looking for
- Previous experience working with children or young people in settings such as schools, nurseries, sports coaching, or youth work.
- A patient, empathetic, and "can-do" approach to classroom support.
- Strong communication skills with a good proficiency in English and Maths.
- An Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or a willingness to complete a new check).
- Candidates must reside in or within easy commuting distance of Bishop's Stortford (CM23).
Summarised by NextRaise from the employer’s description, which follows in full below.
Full description from employer
Are you looking for a rewarding role supporting young learners in Bishop's Stortford? We are currently recruiting dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join a network of vibrant primary and secondary schools across Bishop's Stortford and the surrounding East Hertfordshire areas, including Sawbridgeworth, Stansted Mountfitchet, and Takeley. Whether you are an experienced professional, a graduate looking to step into education, or someone with background experience in care or childcare, we have the perfect opportunity for you.
Responsibilities:- Support classroom teachers with daily lesson delivery, activity setup, and group management.
- Work 1:1 or in small interventions with pupils to boost reading, writing, and numeracy skills.
- Create an inclusive, encouraging learning environment for all students.
- Previous experience working with children or young people in settings such as schools, nurseries, sports coaching, or youth work.
- A patient, empathetic, and "can-do" approach to classroom support.
- Strong communication skills with a good proficiency in English and Maths.
- An Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or a willingness to complete a new check).
- Candidates must reside in or within easy commuting distance of Bishop's Stortford (CM23).
- Competitive Pay:Daily rates ranging from £90.00 - £105.00, paid weekly via PAYE.
- Flexibility:Choose between full-time, part-time, or ad-hoc supply schedules to suit your lifestyle.
- Convenience:Local roles within the Bishop's Stortford and East Hertfordshire area.
- Support:Access to ongoing professional training and a dedicated local education consultant.
We partner with a network of schools committed to providing high-quality education and support to students in East Hertfordshire. We pride ourselves on placing passionate individuals into roles where they can make a genuine difference in the lives of young learners.
To Apply:Ready to make a difference in local Bishop's Stortford schools? Apply online today with your CV or contact our team directly on 01293527416 or Robbie.day@randstad.co.uk
experience
Non Teaching
skills
ability to track progression in attainment,background in youth work,behaviour management,building relationships,classroom management,communication,de-escalation techniques,empathy,experience in administering medication,experience in managing challenging behaviour,experience with autism spectrum disorders,experience with learning difficulties,experience with social emotional mental health,inclusiveness,manual handling,marking,mentor experience,personal care experience,planning,resilience,restraint training,speech and language therapy experience
qualifications
CACHE level 1 or 2,CACHE level 2 or 3,early childhood studies degree,Finance/accounting diploma,health and social care experience,health and social care qualifications (NVQ),HLTA,HLTA,NVQ level 2,NVQ level 3,NVQ level 4
education
high school,college,university
Company
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