Job Description

Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant- Trafford, Manchester

Location: Trafford, Manchester

Salary: £85-£105 a day (Depending on experience)

Contract Type: Full-time

Start Date: [December 2024

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will support the class teacher in delivering high-quality education and care to our young learners.

A successful school within Trafford, Manchester, where children excel. The school makes it a main priority to get the best out of each child’s day. You will help children blossom, while working as part of a team. The school encourages staff development and there are always opportunities to grow your skills as a teaching assistant.

Educate GM and the Trafford school are looking for someone with a caring nature, someone who is productive and has great communication skills. The perfect candidate will have a genuine passion for helping students reach their full potential. You will also be required to support the class teacher in daily classroom tasks and the role may include supporting children with SEN, so patience and compassion are necessary.

Key Responsibilities:

* Assist the class teacher in planning and delivering engaging lessons.

* Provide one-on-one and small-group support to students.

* Help maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

* Support students with their social and emotional development.

* Prepare and organise classroom resources and materials.

* Supervise students during break times and school activities.

* Assist with the assessment and recording of students' progress.

To be successful in this role you will need:

* Level 1 – Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

* Previous experience working with young children, preferably in a school setting.

* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

* Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for working with children.

* Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

* A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

All candidates must have:

* A valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS)

* Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible, and any employment breaks must be explained

* Legal right to work in the UK

* 2 professional references

Benefits:

* A supportive and friendly working environment.

* Opportunities for professional development.

* The chance to make a real difference in the lives of young learner.

* About Us: Educate GM recruits top education talent and in return offers top rates of pay. Covering the whole of Greater Manchester, working with both Primary, Secondary & Specialist schools, we resource outstanding teaching and support staff for schools within the community. ​We aim to provide an honest, engaging and quality-driven service to schools, which ensures the highest standards are maintained whilst also delivering bespoke support.

* Our team is made up of experienced and highly regarded education consultants and senior leaders, who all have a wealth of experience within the education recruitment sector. ​The foundations of our success are the strong relationships that we have with our schools and school support workforce. All our school support staff are very much a part of our education community and an integral part of the Educate GM team