Connex - North East
Teaching Assistant
Redcar & Cleveland
Up to £550 per week
You must have right to work in the UK to apply
About the role
Connex Education are working with a large mainstream primary school and nursery provision in the Redcar Cleveland area who are seeking Teaching Assistants to work full time. We are looking for 2 Teaching Assistants specifically for EYFS and Year 1. The role is for general TA support within nursery and Y1 but you must also be happy providing some 1:1 support and small group sessions where required.
About the school
This primary school is a large three-form entry mainstream primary school who has a lovely team of teaching staff who will welcome you as part of the team. This inclusive primary school prides itself on strong teamwork, a child-centred approach, and a positive school culture. They provide education and care from nursery age (2 years) upwards to Year 6.
Assignment Details
This Teaching Assistant position is full time working Monday – Friday. You must be able to commit to 8:30-3:30 daily. Experience working in a school or nursery is required for this position- you are also invitied to apply if you have recently completed a TA qualification and gained experience through a placement or a volunteer assignment.
Benefits of working with Connex Education
- Competitive daily rate
- PAYE paid weekly
- Free access to our Teaching Assistant Toolkit skills development package compromising over 24 courses
- Career progression via our TA to Tutor conversion course
- Wellbeing programme and refresher training for life in a 21st century classroom
- Trainee teacher apprenticeship opportunities
Person Specification
- Teaching Assistant Qualification or Equivalent Degree/ Experience
- Have experience of supporting pupils in a primary or nursery environment
- Be confident working with small groups
- Good Knowledge of Additional Needs and knowledge of either EYFS/KS1/KS2 Curriculum
- Have a current DBS on the update service or willing to apply for a new one with Connex
If you are interested, or would like to discuss more opportunities, please apply today.
All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone. Pay rate is determined on qualification and experience
Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.
Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.