Teaching Assistant

Are you an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking for flexible work around Derby?

Can you provide pupils with patient, encouraging and inclusive classroom support?

Would you like access to opportunities across a range of supportive local schools?

Teacher Active works closely with a host of strong, welcoming and supportive schools across Derby and the surrounding areas. We are looking for passionate Teaching Assistants who can provide high-quality classroom support on a flexible basis.

Opportunities may include day-to-day supply, short-term cover and longer-term placements across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage
2. This makes the role ideal for Teaching Assistants looking to build their experience or find work that fits around their availability.

As a Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities may include:

Supporting pupils during lessons and classroom activities
Working with individuals and small groups
Delivering interventions prepared by the class teacher
Supporting pupils with additional learning needs
Promoting positive behaviour and engagement
Helping pupils develop their confidence and independence
Preparing classroom resources
Working collaboratively with teachers and school staff
The successful Teaching Assistant will:

Have experience working with the UK Curriculum
Be enthusiastic about supporting children’s learning
Have a positive, patient and proactive attitude
Be able to build strong relationships with pupils
Be flexible and confident working in different schools
Have SEND experience, although this is not essential
Hold an enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service or be willing to obtain one
Understand safeguarding, Benedict's Law and the Prevent Duty, or be willing to undertake relevant CPD training
Working through Teacher Active provides:

Complete flexibility around your availability
A variety of local school placements
Day-to-day, short-term and long-term opportunities
Competitive rates of pay
A dedicated consultant who understands your requirements
Access to CPD courses and safeguarding training
Ongoing support throughout your placements
A £100 referral bonus when you recommend a friend
* To discuss our flexible Teaching Assistant opportunities around Derby, please contact Natasha.

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Telephone: (phone number removed)

* Terms and conditions apply.

About Teacher Active

Teacher Active 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.

Equal Opportunities Statement

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

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, s 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