Classroom Teaching Assistant

Classroom Teaching Assistant

Our Primary School is now recruiting for a Teaching Assistant. This role could be your next career opportunity.

If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

About the role

• Work with individuals or small groups of pupils in the classroom under the direct supervision of teaching staff and provide feedback to the teacher
• Support pupils to understand instructions, support independent learning and inclusion of all pupils
• Support the teacher in behaviour management and keeping pupils on task
• Support pupils in social and emotional well-being, reporting problems to the teacher as appropriate
• Prepare and clear up learning environment and resources, including photocopying, filing and the display and presentation of pupils work and contribute to maintaining a safe environment.
• Record basic pupil data
• Support children’s learning through play
• Assist with break-time supervision including facilitating games and activities
• Assist with escorting pupils on educational visits
• Support pupils in using basic ICT
• Invigilate exams and tests

35 Hours per week / Term time (38 weeks) Long Term (until at least July 2024)

About our Academy

Our Greenwich Primary School is a small rural school that is fortunate to benefit from amazing pupils, highly skilled and dedicated staff and a modern setting of the River Thames and Thamesmead.

We provide a learning journey for children aged from four years to eleven years through seven single year group classes. High expectations and a belief that everyone can achieve ensures children leave our community as established learners, knowing how to be the best they can be.

We want children to grow and learn and dream and leave our school confident that they will achieve and that they can make a difference in the world. We equip children with the knowledge and skills they need for the next stage in their education but through promotion of our values and a strong focus on PSHE and oracy, we ensure children are prepared for citizenship in a global community.

Salary & Benefits

• £85 to £100 per day
• ASAP start
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
• Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
• Awards and Recognition Scheme
• Flexible working patterns
• Benefits Platform
• discounts on car leasing
• holiday discounts
• cinema tickets
• restaurant booking discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

• Someone who is Working at or towards national occupational standards (NOS) in Supporting Teaching and Learning (core and relevant optional units as required) reflected in the level 2 NVQ and Level 2 certificate in supporting teaching and learning on the Qualification and Credit Framework or equivalent experience.
• Experience working with individuals or small groups of pupils in the classroom under the direct supervision of teaching staff and providing feedback to the teacher.
• Communicate well with pupils to support learning and development and encourage acceptable behaviour
• Knowledge and compliance with policies and procedures relevant to safeguarding and health and safety
• Good numeracy/literacy skills

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.

To apply for this opportunity your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application.

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