KS2 Teaching Assistant
| Job title: | KS2 Teaching Assistant |
| Contract type: | Temporary |
| Location: | Birmingham |
| Industry: | Primary SEND |
| Salary: | £90.00 - £105.00 per day |
| Reference: | ...._1762338349 |
| Contact name: | Aspire People Limited |
| Contact email: | Yasmin.phelps@aspirepeople.co.uk |
Job description
KS2 Teaching Assistant - Solihull (B90)January 2025
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Recruitment Agency: Aspire People
About Aspire People:
Aspire People work with a wide range of schools across the West Midlands to help them recruit passionate, dedicated, and qualified staff. We are currently seeking a motivated Key Stage 2 (KS2) Teaching Assistant for a school in Solihull (B90), starting in January 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and supportive team, where you will have the chance to make a real difference to the lives of children.
The Role:
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated KS2 Teaching Assistant to support children in Year 3 to Year 6. As a teaching assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher to support the delivery of lessons, help with classroom management, and provide targeted support to pupils, including those with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
You will play a crucial role in creating a positive, nurturing environment where every child can reach their full potential. The ideal candidate will be passionate about working with children and have experience or a strong understanding of supporting pupils in Key Stage 2.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist the class teacher in planning, preparing, and delivering engaging lessons in KS2.
Support children's learning both individually and in small groups, adapting tasks to meet their needs.
Help children develop their social, emotional, and academic skills through targeted interventions and support.
Provide one-to-one support for children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), as directed by the teacher.
Support children with their literacy and numeracy development, ensuring that all students make progress.
Help create a positive, safe, and inclusive classroom environment.
Assist with the monitoring and recording of student progress.
Support the teacher with classroom displays, administrative tasks, and maintaining resources.
Key Requirements:
Experience working with children in an educational setting, ideally in Key Stage 2.
A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) is desirable.
Strong understanding of the KS2 curriculum and the ability to support children across a range of subjects.
Ability to build positive relationships with children, staff, and parents.
Patience, flexibility, and the ability to work as part of a team.
Knowledge of Special Educational Needs (SEN) is an advantage.
A passion for helping children achieve their best and reach their full potential.
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
What Aspire People Offer:
Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications.
Ongoing support and professional development opportunities.
A welcoming and collaborative working environment.
The chance to work with a passionate and supportive team.
Potential for long-term or permanent employment after the initial contract.
Flexibility in working hours with the option of further opportunities in other schools.
How to Apply:
If you are a proactive and caring individual with a passion for supporting children in their learning, we would love to hear from you! Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and suitability for the role
Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
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