General Teaching Assistant - Reception Class
Location: Lancaster
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.45am - 3.15pm
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic General Teaching Assistant. The role will be working in a Reception class at a warm in a welcoming primary school in Lancaster. This role offers an exciting opportunity to support young children in their early education journey.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assisting the class teacher with the daily running of the Reception class.
- Supporting children's learning and development, including phonics and Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) activities.
- Providing one-to-one and small group support to pupils.
- Encouraging children's independence, creativity, and social skills.
- Preparing and organising classroom resources and activities.
Requirements:
- Knowledge and experience of phonics and the EYFS curriculum.
- A positive, nurturing, and patient approach to working with children.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A commitment to supporting the wellbeing and learning of all pupils.
- This is a term-time only position.
If you are passionate about supporting young learners and would like to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you!
To apply, please send your CV to or call Sarah Maclachlan at Veritas Education on
Closing Date: FRIDAY 7TH FEBRUARY 2025
Start Date: MONDAY 24TH FEBRUARY 2025
VERITAS EDUCATION is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful candidates will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.
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.'