Job Description

A mainstream Primary school in Crawley are welcoming applications for their Primary Teaching Assistant vacancy. This is a brilliant opportunity to get your foot in the door at a lovely primary school with an experienced SENCO.

As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you'll be working with children who require additional support with reading/writing and breaking down tasks to make them more manageable.

Key benefits of the role of Primary Teaching Assistant:

Excellent for career progression into care, psychology or teaching

Lots of training available in behaviour management, communication strategies and emergency aid

Term-time only which means lots of holiday!

Permanent employment opportunities available

Secured work 5 days per weekWhat can you expect to do on a daily basis?

Work alongside teachers and other support staff

Ensure that equipment and facilities are safe for the children to use

Preparation of activities and tidying away after

Developing an understanding with a child to maintain an optimal learning environment

Report any safeguarding concerns promptly and accuratelyWhat is required of you?

A genuine desire to work with children with special education needs

A caring, compassionate and resilient nature

A 'can-do' attitude but also being pro-active rather than always waiting for direction

You will require a DBS check (which we can support you with)

You must not be barred from working with children

You will have grades A*-C in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent)If this is the Primary Teaching Assistant position for you, apply today