We are seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support a Year 5 class at a primary school in Maidstone.

Applications from the following will be warmly welcomed:

* Experienced Teaching Assistants; or

* Teaching Assistants with Level 2/3 qualifications relevant to the role

You'll need:

* Sensitivity and understanding for building good relationships with children

* Excellent verbal communication skills for motivating children to learn

* Active listening skills to understand the children's needs

* Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations

* To be flexible and open to change for working on different activities

* To enjoy working with other people

Responsibilities:

* To work under the guidance of teaching staff to provide a safe and healthy environment for pupils

* Supervise and assist individual and small groups of pupils in lessons

* Help teachers prepare lesson materials and equipment, get the classroom ready for lessons and clear away after

* Observe, record and report pupils progress to teachers

* Help teachers manage class behaviour

* Supervise group activities, including outings and sports events

* Look after children who are upset or unwell

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults; therefore, every candidate is subject to relevant qualifications, satisfactory references, enhanced DBS and other relevant checks being made. Agy