At a Glance
- Tasks: Support Year 1 pupils with literacy, numeracy, and social skills in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Teaching Personnel is a dedicated agency focused on educational staffing solutions.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay rates and flexible working hours tailored to your availability.
- Other info: Position available in Morecambe, Lancashire with full-time and part-time options.
- Why this job: This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on young learners' development.
- Qualifications: Experience with KS1 children and knowledge of phonics strategies are desirable.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Teaching Personnel are currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic KS1 Teaching Assistant to support a Year 1 class in a welcoming primary school in the Morecambe area. This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with young learners at a key stage in their development, supporting them with early literacy, numeracy, and social skills in a nurturing classroom environment.
Responsibilities
- Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and structured lessons
- Provide one-to-one and small group support for Year 1 pupils
- Assist with phonics sessions
- Help pupils develop early reading, writing, and maths skills
- Promote positive behaviour and classroom engagement
- Prepare classroom resources and support learning activities
- Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all pupils
Qualifications and Requirements
- Experience working with children (preferably within KS1 or Year 1)
- Knowledge of phonics and early learning strategies (desirable)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- A patient, caring, and adaptable approach
- A commitment to safeguarding and child welfare
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
- Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant or equivalent – desirable)
- Right to work in the UK
- References covering the last 2 years
Benefits
- Competitive rates of pay
- Flexible working to suit your availability
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
- Access to free CPD and training opportunities
- Opportunity to gain experience across local schools
- All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’.
Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant Needed in Morecambe employer: Teaching Personnel
Teaching Personnel provides ongoing support and free CPD training for its staff. Located in Morecambe, they focus on safeguarding children's welfare. Join a team committed to enhancing educational experiences for young learners.
