Teaching Assistant

Area: Orpington
Start: January 2025
Contract: Fulltime, Permanent
Salary: Negotiable, Dependent on experience

A GOOD Ofsted-rated primary school in Orpington is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join their permanent team from January 2025.

The successful candidate will work closely with teachers to support children's learning, ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed. This role will involve providing one-to-one support and working with small groups, assisting with classroom management, and helping to create a positive learning environment.

Requirements:

• Relevant Teaching Assistant qualification (or working towards one)
• Experience working in a primary school setting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A passion for supporting children's development and well-being
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, parents, and external professionals
• A proactive, positive, and flexible approach to supporting learning

The school offers a warm, inclusive environment and opportunities for professional development. This is a fantastic opportunity for a committed Teaching Assistant to become a key part of the school’s ongoing success.

For immediate consideration, please apply directly to this advert with an up-to-date copy of your CV, highlighting your relevant work experience, contact details and a covering letter indicating why you should be considered along with your availability to interview.

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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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