Teaching Assistant

Job Description

Do you love working with children and thrive on seeing their progression?

Are you a naturally resilient and empathetic person?

Could you benefit from working school hours and with a regular ongoing shift pattern?

This position could be exactly what you've been looking for!

A mainstream primary school in Brighton are welcoming applications for a learning support role in their reception class. The school is part of a large academy who have experience senior staff overseeing the running of the school and implementing quality training and mentorship.

What can you expect on a daily basis?

– Working with teachers to support children with reading and writing

– Assisting with play-related activities

– Ensuring the safety of the child/children you are allocation to work with

– Delivering personal care to children with more severe needs (feeding, cleaning, changing and toileting)

Why is this such a great role?

– Initial and ongoing training is provided

– An excellent position for someone who has the ambition to become a teacher

– Fantastic working hours typically of 08:30-15:30 term-time only

– Competitive rate of pay

– Having a really impacting contribution on the upbringing and development of a vulnerable child

If this sounds like the position for you then please get in contact as soon as possible to arrange an appointment with Academics and a visit with the school