Teaching Assistant

Step Teachers; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job description

Are you a dedicated and enthusiastic individual with a passion for supporting children's learning and development? Schools around Norfolk are looking for Teaching Assistants to join their supportive and collaborative teams. This role begins ASAP.

Duties as a Teaching Assistant:

• Support the teacher in delivering engaging lessons and activities.
• Work one-to-one or with small groups of students to provide additional support.
• Assist with the preparation of classroom materials and resources.
• Monitor and track the progress of students, offering help as needed.
• Help manage classroom behaviour and create a positive, inclusive learning environment.
• Support the social and emotional development of students.
• Assist with the general welfare of students, including in outdoor activities and during break times.

Ideal Teaching Assistant:

• Experience working with children, ideally in an educational setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive and flexible approach to supporting students.
• An understanding of how to support students with varying learning needs.
• A commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive classroom atmosphere.
• A willingness to undertake training and professional development.

Why Step Teachers?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, and Devon. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers.

Step Teachers, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) standards for safeguarding children. Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations.

Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.