General Teaching Assistant

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A small Infant School in Wakefield is looking to recruit a general Teaching Assistant in their Year 2 class starting ASAP!
This Wakefield Infant School is a one form entry school that is looking to hear from Teaching Assistants that able to engage children, enabling them to learn and achieve their full potential.
RoleThis Year 2 Teaching Assistant job is to start after the Spring Bank holidays until the end of the academic year.
The main responsibilities of this KS1 Teaching Assistant job are:

• Getting the classroom ready for lessons
• Listening to children read, reading to them or telling them stories
• Helping children who need extra support to complete tasks
• Helping teachers to plan learning activities and complete records
• Supporting the teacher in managing class behaviour
• Supervising group activities
• Looking after children who are upset or have had accidents
• Clearing away materials and equipment after lessons
• Helping with outings
• Carrying out administrative tasks
  

What you'll need to succeed
The ideal Teaching Assistant will be/have:

• Level 2 or higher childcare or Teaching Assistant qualification
  
  
• Knowledge of the KS1 curriculum
• Experience working with KS1 Children
• Experience working with behaviour issues
• A commitment to delivering high quality teaching and learning
• Enthusiasm, energy and flexibility
• Strong organisational skills
• A good understanding of safeguarding

What you'll get in returnNot only will you receive all the support you need from a DfE accredited recruitment expert, while working for Hays you'll also enjoy a range of employee benefits, including:

• An excellent opportunity to enhance your experience and career
• Working as a Hays supply teacher is a great lifestyle decision that gives you access to work in the widest range of primary schools in the area
• A competitive daily rate of pay
• £250 reward every time you recommend a colleague*
• Access to free Professional Development Training
  
  *Terms and conditions apply

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

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