Year 2 TA In Kings Heath

Year 2 Teaching Assistant - Kings Heath

Location: Kings Heath, Birmingham
Position: Teaching Assistant - Year 2
Contract: Long-term
Working Pattern: Full-time, 5 days per week
Start Date: ASAP
Agency: Aspire People

Aspire People are currently recruiting for a dedicated and experienced Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive primary school in Kings Heath, Birmingham. The successful candidate will be required to work within a Year 2 classroom on a long-term, full-time basis, providing consistent support to pupils and working closely alongside the class teacher.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children's learning and development and is looking for a stable, long-term position within a primary school environment.

The Role

As a Year 2 Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher to support the delivery of engaging lessons and ensure that all pupils receive the appropriate support to make progress.

Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting pupils across the Year 2 curriculum, including English and Mathematics.
Providing targeted support to individuals and small groups where required.
Supporting pupils with reading, phonics, writing and numeracy activities.
Helping pupils to remain focused, engaged and motivated during lessons.
Supporting children who need additional support including emotional and behavioural support.

The Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will be a caring, reliable and motivated individual who is passionate about supporting children and helping them achieve their full potential.

Previous experience working within a primary school is highly desirable, particularly experience supporting Year 2 or Key Stage 1 pupils.

The ideal candidate will have:

Previous experience working with primary-aged children.
Experience working as a Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant.
Experience supporting pupils within KS1 / Year 2.
A good understanding of the primary school curriculum.
Confidence supporting phonics, reading, writing and mathematics.
A patient, nurturing and positive approach.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
A proactive and flexible approach to supporting the classroom.
A strong commitment to safeguarding and children's wellbeing.
The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
A reliable and professional approach to their work.

How to Apply
If you are a passionate Teaching Assistant who is available to work full-time, 5 days per week, and you have experience working with primary-aged children, we would love to hear from you.

To apply for this Year 2 Teaching Assistant position in Kings Heath, please submit your CV today. A member of the Aspire People team will be in touch to discuss the role and your suitability.

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Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.