Teaching Assistant

Job Opportunity: General Teaching Assistant

Location: Padiham, Burnley

Position: Full-Time General Teaching Assistant

Hours: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday

Salary: £12.82 - £15.00 per hour (dependent on experience)

Are you passionate about education and making a difference in the lives of young learners? A primary school in bURNLEY  is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic General Teaching Assistant to join our team. This is a full-time position with hours from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday, offering a competitive hourly rate between £12.82 and £15.00, commensurate with experience.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the classroom teacher in delivering engaging and interactive lessons across various subjects.
• Support individual students or small groups in literacy/phonics and numeracy sessions, both within the classroom and in separate sessions.
• Help to create a positive and inclusive learning environment where all students feel valued and supported.
• Assist with classroom management and behavior management strategies.
• Provide feedback to teachers on student progress and areas for development.
• Collaborate with other staff members to plan and implement educational activities.
• Contribute to the overall well-being and pastoral care of students.

Requirements:

• Previous experience working with children, preferably in an educational setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Comfortable working with small groups of students, providing individualised support as needed.
• Knowledge of literacy/phonics and numeracy strategies preferred.
• A patient and nurturing demeanor, with a genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate, with the opportunity for growth and advancement.
• Professional development opportunities and ongoing support.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment within a vibrant school community.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young learners.

If you are a motivated and compassionate individual with a desire to support children's education, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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