Teaching Assistant (Year 1) - Morecambe

Location: Morecambe

Position: Year 1 Teaching Assistant

Contract: 4 days per week (Tuesday to Friday), starting January 2025 until July 2025.

Salary: £14 per hour

About Us:

The primary school is a thriving and welcoming setting committed to nurturing young learners in a positive and inclusive environment. Inspiring a love for learning whilst supporting each child's development. They are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team and provide exceptional support to our Year 1 pupils.

The Role:

As a Year 1 Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in helping young students achieve their full potential. Working closely with the class teacher, you will support daily lessons, assist with classroom management, and provide one-to-one or small-group assistance as needed. This position is ideal for someone passionate about working with young children and contributing to a positive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Year 1 teacher in delivering engaging and effective lessons.
• Provide one-on-one or small group support to students, ensuring they understand the material and stay on task.
• Assist in preparing classroom resources and maintaining a safe, tidy learning environment.
• Help monitor student progress, offering encouragement and support where needed.
• Foster positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues, contributing to a strong school community.
• Supervise students during break times and other activities as needed.
• Support children with any additional learning needs, adapting materials and approaches as required.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience working with young children, ideally in an educational setting.
• Strong communication skills and a patient, supportive approach.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• A passion for working in education and supporting young learners.
• Minimum Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children.

How to Apply:

Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you're excited about joining our team to or call and ask for Sarah Mac.

The application deadline is FRIDAY 29TH NOVEMBER 2024

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'