Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – Godalming

Location:

Godalming, Surrey

Hours:

8:30am – 3:30pm

Start Date:

ASAP / Ongoing
Salary:
Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience)

We are currently recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to support schools in Godalming. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children’s learning and development in a positive school environment.

About the Role
As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers to support pupils in the classroom, helping to create a supportive and engaging learning environment. You may work with the whole class, small groups, or provide additional support to individual pupils who require extra help.

Key Responsibilities

Support the class teacher with daily classroom activities

Assist pupils with their learning, both in groups and on a 1:1 basis

Help prepare classroom resources and learning materials

Encourage positive behaviour and engagement in lessons

Support pupils’ social and emotional development

Help maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment

Requirements

Experience working with children or young people (school experience is desirable but not essential)

A positive, patient, and proactive approach

Strong communication and teamwork skills

A genuine passion for supporting children’s learning and development

An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

What We Offer

Consistent school hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm

Competitive daily pay

Opportunities to gain valuable school experience

Support from a dedicated education recruitment team

Potential for longer-term or permanent opportunities

How to Apply

If you are enthusiastic about supporting children in their learning and would like to work in schools in Godalming, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply with your CV and a short summary of your experience working with children or in education.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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