Teaching Assistant

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding long-term opportunity?

A welcoming and inclusive Primary School in Kidderminster is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their Year 2 class after the October half-term. This is a long-term, part-time position working Monday to Thursday.

The successful candidate will provide general classroom support to the Year 2 class, working closely with the class teacher to help pupils engage positively with their learning and develop their confidence and independence.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant who enjoys working as part of a classroom team and is passionate about helping children achieve their full potential. The successful candidate will support pupils across the class, working with individuals and small groups where required.

• Supporting the class teacher with the delivery of engaging and effective lessons.
• Providing general classroom support to pupils across the Year 2 class.
• Working with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning and support pupil progress.
• Supporting pupils with their reading, writing, maths and wider curriculum activities.
• Adapting activities and resources to help meet individual pupil needs.
• Developing positive and trusting relationships with pupils and creating a safe, nurturing learning environment.
• Encouraging pupils to become independent and confident learners.
• Supporting positive behaviour and maintaining a calm and productive classroom environment.
• Working closely with the class teacher and wider school team to identify and respond to pupils' individual needs.
• Providing additional support to individuals and small groups where required.
• Helping to prepare classroom resources and maintain an organised learning environment.

• Previous experience working within a Primary School setting.
• Experience working as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar education-based role.
• A good understanding of the Primary curriculum, particularly at Key Stage 1, would be desirable.
• A nurturing, patient and positive approach to supporting children.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Confidence supporting individuals and small groups with their learning.
• A flexible and proactive approach to supporting the class teacher.
• A DBS on the update service, or issued within the last 12 months.
• A minimum of two excellent references.

• Competitive Salary – dependent on experience and qualifications.
• Holiday Pay – PAYE candidates accrue 12.07% of their day rate.
• Pension Contributions.
• Free, comprehensive safeguarding and Prevent Duty training, including modules on legislation, FGM, and abuse.
• A refer-a-friend bonus scheme.
• Ongoing support throughout the registration process and during your placement.
• Regular contact from your dedicated Flourish Education consultant.

This Teaching Assistant position is based in Kidderminster and is easily commutable from surrounding areas including Stourport-on-Severn, Bewdley, Bromsgrove, Worcester and surrounding Worcestershire areas.

Legal:
Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. It is a criminal offence to apply for this role if you are barred from working with children. Flourish Education acts as an employment and business agency.