Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant

Overview

Contract type: Temp - perm

Working hours: Monday – Friday, term time only, 8.15–3.30

Unique School Solutions are supporting a Primary School in the S65 area of Rotherham to appoint a Teaching Assistant to work within lower Key Stage 2 (Years 3 and
4). The role involves supporting children in small groups and on a 1:1 basis, working within the classroom under the direction of the teacher to support students with the Key Stage 2 curriculum and developmental targets.

Support learning in lower Key Stage 2 (Years 3 and
4) by assisting small groups and providing 1:1 support as directed by the class teacher. Contribute to a positive, inclusive classroom environment and help students achieve developmental targets aligned with the KS2 curriculum.

• Previous experience working within a school (mainstream or special)
• Key Stage 2 experience
• Good understanding of the lower KS2 curriculum
• The ability to build rapport with young learners
• The ability to work under the direction of the class teacher as well as using own initiative
• The ability to support small groups and on a 1:1 basis

• The support of an experienced team of specialist consultants with a dedicated point of contact from start to finish
• Paid via PAYE with in-house payroll
• Access to over 30 free, high-quality training courses
• Refer a friend scheme
• Access to exclusive opportunities via partner schools
• Opportunity to gain permanent employment after 12 weeks with a free temp–perm offer to schools

Unique School Solutions are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants will undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers. The role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and requires an enhanced DBS certificate. The role is engaged in regulated activity and requires a Barred List Check relevant to the post.

Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete a self-disclosure.

Unique School Solutions is an Equal Opportunities Employer and acts as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Please note: the post holder will be engaging in regulated activity, working mainly or wholly with children. This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

All pay rates quoted are inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.