At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist teachers in planning lessons and support students' academic and emotional development.
- Company: Dynamic primary school in beautiful West Cornwall with a strong community focus.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional growth opportunities, and a supportive working environment.
- Other info: Join a friendly team with excellent facilities and a commitment to safeguarding children.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while working in a vibrant and engaging setting.
- Qualifications: Experience in education or care is desirable; a passion for supporting children is essential.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
We are working with a dynamic and welcoming primary school situated in West Cornwall. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment where every child can achieve their full potential. We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join the team as soon as possible.
As a Teaching Assistant, you will assist the teachers in delivering and planning lessons. You will provide support to the students in both small groups and 1-1. In addition to helping academically in the classroom, there will also be a significant requirement to support the students' social and emotional development. Being able to be pro-active and think on your feet is key, as you ensure all preparation of teaching materials and classroom resources are complete ahead of time.
Relevant experience and qualifications in a similar role are desirable; however, an understanding of supporting others and working in care would be very transferable. The right candidate will have a genuine desire to work with children and support them through their educational journey. You should possess a positive attitude, patience, and empathy. An understanding and commitment to the safeguarding and welfare of children must be paramount.
What We Offer:
- A supportive and friendly working environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- A well-resourced school with excellent facilities.
- The chance to work in a beautiful coastal location with a strong sense of community.
We are an independent agency working with Nurseries, Primary, Secondary, and Special Schools. We place a huge emphasis on delivering an exceptional service where you will be supported, listened to, and valued throughout. Your dedicated consultant will invest time to understand your experience, skill-set, and what your ideal role looks like. You will have frequent updates on your progress through compliance, applications for specific roles, as well as receiving additional information on roles which we feel may be of interest to you.
We are proud members of the REC and we have the highest standard of compliance. Working with us means you will get the very best support and guidance through the clearance process from your own specific point of contact from our in-house compliance team.
In addition, you will receive:
- Guarantee Pay Scheme opportunities
- Permanently job roles
- Support and advice during the clearance and onboarding process
- Working to Agency Workers Regulations
- Interview preparation, advice, and support
- Statutory employment rights, such as sick pay, holiday pay, maternity, and paternity pay
Primary Teaching Assistant in St Ives employer: Long-term Teachers
Join a dynamic and welcoming primary school in beautiful West Cornwall, where you will be part of a supportive team dedicated to fostering children's growth. With a strong emphasis on professional development and a friendly work culture, this role offers competitive benefits and the chance to make a meaningful impact in students' lives while enjoying a vibrant community atmosphere.
