About the Role:

We are looking for a motivated and reliable Teaching Assistant to join our agency and provide flexible support to schools across Derby. As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers to support the delivery of lessons and assist with the overall learning and development of students in both individual and group settings.

You will play a key role in creating an inclusive learning environment, providing additional support to students who need it, and contributing to the smooth running of the classroom. This position offers a variety of experiences in different school settings, allowing you to build your skills while making a positive impact on students' education.

Key Responsibilities:

* Classroom Support: Assist the teacher in the delivery of lessons by helping students understand tasks and keeping them engaged.

* One-to-One & Small Group Support: Provide additional help to students who may need extra support with their work, including those with special educational needs (SEN), learning difficulties, or behavioral challenges.

* Classroom Management: Support the teacher in maintaining a positive and focused learning environment, managing student behavior in accordance with the school's policies.

* Supporting Differentiation: Help adapt learning activities to suit the varying needs of students and ensure all students are included and supported.

* Preparing Learning Materials: Assist in preparing and organizing teaching resources and classroom activities.

* Monitoring Progress: Help with the observation and tracking of student progress, reporting back to the teacher as required.

* Providing Pastoral Support: Build relationships with students, offering encouragement and emotional support where necessary.

* Safeguarding & Wellbeing: Adhere to safeguarding policies to ensure the safety and well-being of all students.

Key Requirements:

* Previous experience working with children in an educational setting (e.g., classroom assistant, volunteer work, etc.).

* A genuine interest in supporting children's learning and development.

* Good communication and interpersonal skills.

* Patience, empathy, and the ability to work well with children of all backgrounds and abilities.

* Ability to work under the direction of the teacher, but also use your initiative when needed.

* Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask.

* A DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check on the update system (or willingness to obtain one).

* Basic knowledge of child safeguarding and the ability to follow school policies.

Desirable Attributes:

* Experience working with children who have Special Educational Needs (SEN).

* First Aid certification (desirable but not essential).

* Ability to quickly adapt to new school environments and routines.

* Flexibility and a positive attitude towards agency work.

About Zen Educate:

Teachers with QTS earn significantly more as Zen Educate cuts the expensive agency fees that push pay down for Primary Teachers and push prices up for schools.

Zen Educate is not an agency. We are a technology company with an online-platform that cuts out the middleman.

Other benefits include:

Register from the comfort of your own home - Upload the required safeguarding documents and complete a video conference interview without ever leaving the house.

Set your preferences - Receive and manage bookings through either your phone or laptop on our beautifully designed online platform. Create your profile with the information you want to highlight to schools.

Hassle-free - You no longer have to struggle with continuous unnecessary phone calls, timesheets, or any of the other hassle that comes with supply work.

Completely transparent - We always charge the school the same transparent, flat-fee and not a commission. As a result, our mission is always to facilitate the fairest match between schools and Teachers.

Temp-to-perm - Like the school you're working at? Zen Educate makes it easy for a school to hire you on a permanent contract.

By applying to this job post, Zen Educate collects your information in accordance with our terms of service and privacy policy (found on our website). We may also contact you by email/phone/text about your registration