Teaching Assistant (Full-Time)

Pay competitive salary

Ref CT1-1-PM

Posted Wednesday 18th Sep 2024

Start Date Tuesday 8th Oct 2024

Close Date Tuesday 8th Oct 2024

Key Stage Key stage 1

Job Description

We are looking for a versatile Teaching Assistant for our lovely primary school in Maidstone.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious, committed and enthusiastic teaching assistant to join a driven and talented team.

The school provide excellent professional development opportunities.

You’ll need:

• Sensitivity and understanding for building good relationships with children

• Excellent verbal communication skills for motivating children to learn

• Active listening skills to understand the children's needs

• Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations

• To be flexible and open to change for working on different activities

• To enjoy working with other people

Responsibilities:

• To work under the guidance of teaching staff to provide a safe and healthy environment for pupils

• Provide assistance and guidance to the pupil at all times during the school day

• Ensure pupil understands the work provided and is on task during lessons

To apply to this role, then click 'Apply Now' today!

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts are subject to vetting checks including an Enhanced DBS check, relevant qualifications and satisfactory references. An overseas police check will be required by candidates who have worked or resided outside of the UK