Teaching Assistant needed in Hereford

Location: Hereford

Start Date: September

Salary: £16 - £18 per hour

Are you a passionate Teaching Assistant who enjoys making a positive difference to children's lives? Do you have experience supporting children with autism and communication needs? Are you looking for a rewarding full-time role within a welcoming primary school?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a welcoming mainstream primary school in Hereford that is committed to creating an inclusive and nurturing learning environment for every child. The school has a supportive ethos and works closely with staff to ensure pupils receive the encouragement and guidance they need to thrive both academically and socially.

The school is looking to appoint a full-time Teaching Assistant from September to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a Reception pupil with autism and communication needs. The successful Teaching Assistant will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to deliver tailored support, encourage communication, and help the pupil access learning whilst promoting independence and confidence throughout the school day.

The successful Teaching Assistant will have:

• Level 2 or Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification is desirable
• Experience working within a UK primary school
• Experience supporting children with autism (ASD) and communication needs
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A patient, caring and adaptable approach
• A genuine passion for supporting children's development

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend (Terms and Conditions apply)

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

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TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

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Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.