Teaching Assistant
| Job title: | Teaching Assistant |
| Contract type: | Temporary |
| Location: | Basford, Stoke-on-Trent |
| Industry: | Primary |
| Salary: | £95 - £115 per day |
| Reference: | STTA_1760544018 |
| Contact name: | Aspire People Limited |
| Contact email: | Maddison@aspirepeople.co.uk |
Job description
Are you passionate about supporting children in their educational journey and helping them reach their full potential? We're seeking experienced and dedicated Teaching Assistants to work within inclusive and dynamic learning environments.This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference to pupils' learning and development, while working closely with teaching professionals and other education specialists.
What We're Looking For:
- A skilled and proactive practitioner who sets and maintains high standards.
- A strong team player with excellent communication skills.
- Someone who can work collaboratively with teachers and wider staff teams to support learning and development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support individual pupils and small groups, under the guidance of a qualified teacher, adapting and differentiating learning activities to meet diverse needs.
- Assess, record and report on pupils' progress and development as agreed with teaching staff.
- Monitor pupil responses to learning, identifying and escalating any concerns appropriately.
- Assist in planning, delivering and evaluating targeted learning interventions and activities.
- Select and adapt appropriate resources to facilitate effective learning experiences.
- Support pupils' social, emotional and behavioural development, promoting a positive and inclusive environment.
Additional Support Duties May Include:
- Providing specialist support for pupils with additional learning needs (e.g. SEND, EAL, gifted and talented).
- Supporting specific curriculum areas such as literacy, numeracy, or ICT.
- Liaising with families, carers, and external professionals to support pupil progress.
- Preparing and maintaining learning resources and displays.
- Supporting pupils during transitions, breaks, mealtimes and off-site activities.
- Assisting with personal care, encouraging independence where appropriate.
Requirements:
- Previous experience working with children or young people in an educational setting.
- A supportive, flexible, and proactive approach.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships.
- Relevant qualifications or training are desirable but not essential.
✨ Why Work With Us:
- Access to a variety of educational settings.
- Flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- Support from a dedicated consultant throughout your placement.
Interested?
If you're enthusiastic about supporting learners and want to build a rewarding career in education, we'd love to hear from you.
📩 Apply now to speak with one of our specialist education consultants.
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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