Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment

Posted a month ago, valid for 3 days

Blackburn, Lancashire BB1 8PE

£18,000 - £21,600 per annum

Part Time

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Sonic Summary

A primary school in the Blackburn area is seeking a full-time Teaching Assistant to start as soon as possible, offering a salary between £83.33 and £95.00 per day.
The role requires previous experience in supporting KS1 and KS2 curriculums, with a focus on Phonics and flexibility across year groups.
Candidates must possess excellent communication and behavior management skills, as well as the ability to handle challenging behavior effectively.
An Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, and legal right to work in the UK are essential for this position.
Tradewind offers competitive pay rates, extensive CPD opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

£83.33 - £95.00 per day

Starting ASAP

Primary Teaching Assistant - Blackburn area

Tradewind are working with a 'good ' primary school and they are looking for a Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis starting as soon as possible. You will be providing general support in KS1 and KS2

They are looking for someone who has previous experience and is familiar with both curriculums, as well as supporting with Phonics and is flexible across different year groups.

This school offers an inspirational environment where creative learning is encouraged, and an innovative attitude is a must.

We are looking for:

Have excellent communication and behaviour management techniques
Be confident in dealing with challenging behaviour
Excellent interpersonal skills based on effective communication
Passion to ensure every child succeeds and reaches their full potential
An awareness of their own strengths and areas for development and a willingness to listen to, reflect constructively and ac upon, as appropriate, feedback from others.
Be able to confidently work as part of the team and independently.

Essentials:

This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and any employment breaks must be explained
You must have the legal right to work in the UK

Tradewind are renowned for offering top rates of pay, more CPD than any other agency, great referral bonus and termly networking & social events.

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