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Teaching Assistant

Academics
Posted 8 hours ago, valid for 3 days
Location

Lewes, East Sussex BN8 5NE, England

Salary

£18,000 - £21,600 per annum

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Contract type

Part Time

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  • This role is ideal for individuals aspiring to work in teaching, social work, or care, particularly with children aged 3 to 11.
  • The primary school in Lewes seeks a dedicated teaching assistant to enhance children's confidence, self-esteem, and communication skills.
  • Candidates should ideally have previous experience as a teaching assistant or in an educational setting, especially with diverse learning needs.
  • A relevant qualification in childcare or education is advantageous, and strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.
  • The position offers a competitive salary of £22,000 per year, and previous experience in a similar role is preferred.

This role is ideal if you have career aspirations in the field of teaching, social work, care or if you simply love working with children.

A primary school based in Lewes for ages 3 to 11, are looking for a dedicated teaching assistant to join their team to make a difference in the children's confidence, self-esteem and communication skills, as well as their problem-solving skills and emotional wellbeing.

This school is caring in culture and nurtures children with a deep understanding and respect for each other which is evident from the acts of kindness seen every day.

Essential Criteria:

  • Experience: Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or in an educational setting is preferred, especially experience supporting children with diverse learning needs.
  • Education: A relevant qualification in childcare, education, or a related field is advantageous but not essential.
  • Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with students, teachers, and parents.
  • Adaptability: Ability to adapt to varying classroom situations and tailor support to meet individual student needs.
  • Patience and Empathy: Demonstrated patience, empathy, and a positive attitude towards children's learning and personal development.
  • Teamwork: Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with teachers, support staff, and the wider school community.
  • Organisational Skills: Ability to manage time effectively and contribute to the planning and execution of lessons and activities.

If you're an enthusiastic educator looking to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative and welcoming environment, we'd love to connect with you!

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.