Teaching Assistant

Excell Supply; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job description

Teaching Assistant Job Template

Job Role: Teaching Assistant (Primary School Based)

Location: Ellesmere Port

Days/Hours of Work: Monday to Friday (Flexible) (8:30am - 15:30pm)

Pay: £80 - £95 per day (Depending on age, experience, and qualifications)

Are you interested in supporting children in Primary Schools across Ellesmere Port? Then this role is for you! We supply staff to primary schools and secondary schools every day across Chester and Cheshire.

Are you looking for flexible work weeks and working within school hours? Then this would be great for you!

At Excell Supply, we find that experience is as valuable as qualifications! We also value transferrable skills from other industries, particularly care and support. So don't worry if you haven't got qualifications or much experience; we can discuss that when you attend your interview.

About the Role:

1. Working in classrooms with groups of children aged between 3 and 11 (Nursery to Year 6) and supporting their learning journey.
2. Following instructions and guidance given by the class teacher.
3. Ensuring children's safety in and out of the classroom.
4. Supervising children during break and lunchtime.
5. Aiding the Teacher, offering another perspective to the student if they are struggling to understand.
6. Helping with lesson plans.
7. Observing and providing feedback to the class teacher about the children's learning and progression.
8. Effectively managing off-task behaviours.

About You:

1. Although qualifications are an advantage, you do not need any compulsory qualifications for this position.
2. An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (we can assist you in applying for this).
3. Experience working with children or adults in a caring capacity.
4. Transferrable skills such as teamwork, initiative, flexibility, adaptability, remaining calm under pressure, caring, and helpful.
5. Experience working with students with challenging behaviour.
6. Examples of situations where you have dealt with a challenging situation.
7. Effective solutions to deal with challenging behaviour (with examples if not stated above).
8. A calming attitude that relaxes the student if they are stressed or angry.
9. Easy to communicate with and approachable.
10. Supportive when students ask questions or for help.
11. A never say no mindset.

About Us:

1. Excellent rates of pay, usually based on experience and qualifications.
2. Work where and when you want to - we listen to your needs and preferences.
3. Recommend a Friend Scheme - earn up to £500 per referral!
4. A designated Account Manager, who is your one point of contact and has strong working relationships with schools in your area.
5. Always available on email, text, or call if you have any queries or issues, 7 days a week.
6. Opportunity for permanent positions if of interest.
7. Support and advice from our expert professional mentors, including lesson observations.
8. Access to a full calendar of CPD opportunities in the form of our Twilight Training Programme and other courses delivered during the school holiday.

As members of the REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) and Umbrella body to the DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service), Excell Supply is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children.

All applicants will be subject to thorough employment checks and must have an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service certificate in place. Candidates without an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service will have to apply for a new one.

If you believe you have the skills required for this role, please apply now. If you haven't heard from us within two weeks of the vacancy closing date, you should assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Important Notice: In order to apply for the above position, all applicants must be eligible to work in the UK or eligible to apply for a relevant work visa. Excell Supply are unable to offer a work permit to any applicant or facilitate work permits for any vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.

Please apply for any other position that you may see in the future. Excell Supply is a Recruitment Agency and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its Clients.

Gyda phob dymuniad da / With all good wishes