Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

• Area- Selly Oak, Birmingham, B29
• Day Rate-£90-£105
• Days- Monday - Friday (Term Time Only)
• Hours- 8:30am to 3:30pm
• Start- ASAP
• Contract- Long Term Temp to Perm

LTF Recruitment are searching for a proactive teaching assistant to join our primary school in the Selly Oak area. The successful candidate will support the teaching and learning of children in a year six class alongside the class teacher. This role is offered on a long-term basis with the potential to become permanent for the successful candidate.

The Role:

• Assist the class teacher in planning, preparing, and delivering engaging lessons.
• Support pupils with their transition to secondary school, including promoting readiness and independence.
• Support pupils with their preparation for SATs, including administering practice tests and delivering targeted interventions in maths, reading, and writing.
• Monitor and record pupil's progress, providing feedback to the teacher and parents as required.
• Encourage positive behaviour and manage challenging situations in line with school policies.
• Provide emotional and social support to pupils, fostering confidence and self-esteem.
• Supervise pupils during break times, excursions, and other school activities.
• Collaborate with colleagues and external professionals to support SEN or EAL pupils.

The Applicant:

• Level 3 Supporting teaching and learning in schools or equivalent.
• Previous experience (At least 1 year) of working in a primary school.
• Experience of supporting children with SEN
• Knowledge of behaviour management strategies and working with challenging behaviour
• Understanding of the Safeguarding principles and Child Protection procedures.
• Knowledge or experience of pupils with SEN

The School:

• Located in Selly Oak, Birmingham
• Warm and welcoming Primary School
• Three form Entry
• Enthusiastic and supportive SLT
• Renowned for inclusive approach towards education

How to apply?

If you feel you would be a good fit for this role, please upload your CV via the application page, you will be contacted by Alex at LTF Recruitment to discuss the next steps if successful. All applicants will need a valid DBS to trial for this role. Trials are already underway so don't delay your application.