Teaching Assistant

**Location: Dudley

**September Start

**Full time

**3 Months of relevant experience required

Twenty4Seven Education is thrilled to be working alongside this lovely and inviting primary school located in a residential area of Dudley. They are looking for a teaching assistant to work in their year 1 class supporting the classroom teacher and taking small groups of pupils to complete set learning activities.

The School

The school is dedicated to providing a caring, fun, and stimulating environment where the children are encouraged to develop academically, socially, and emotionally. The school encourages the pupils to be engaged and active learners and take control of their education helping them learn in the way that suits them. The school prides itself on the close community that it has created and works to provide an educational environment that supports all pupils and families. They are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic teaching assistant to join their dedicated team of staff and provide the best support possible.

The Role

The successful candidate will begin working in September and they will be working Monday to Friday during term times from 8:30 to 15:30. They will be supporting the classroom teacher and working in small groups of children to complete set learning activities.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

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Support the classroom teacher in preparing and teaching educational activities

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Work in small groups leading activities set by the teacher

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Get to know the pupils in the class and learn how to support them academically, socially, and personally

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Discuss and put into action strategies to support the pupils with the teacher

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Assist the pupils in accessing the curriculum

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The successful candidate will have:

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Good numeracy and literacy skills - GCSE Maths and English

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Previous experience working with children

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Basic understanding of child development and learning

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Ability to use basic technology

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Ability to relate well to children and adults and respond appropriately

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Good interpersonal and communication skills

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3 months of relevant experience minimum

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Teaching Assistant qualifications are desirable but not essential

The Benefits of Working with Twenty4Seven Education:

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Opportunities to work in a variety of local Schools & Colleges which enables you to establish where you work best

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Twenty-4-Seven support from your designated consultant

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Potential long-term roles

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Competitive pay rates

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Recommend-a-friend Scheme

Twenty 4 Seven Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Therefore, this position is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance will be provided