Teaching Assistant

Description:

Teaching Assistant – Primary School
Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Croydon, London
Contract Type: Daily Supply / Temporary
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Start Date: Immediate start available
 
About the School
We are working with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Croydon, South London, that is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to support pupils throughout their learning journey.
The school is committed to providing a safe, nurturing and engaging learning environment where children are encouraged to develop academically, socially and emotionally. With a strong focus on inclusion, positive behaviour and pupil progress, the school strives to ensure that every child receives the support they need to reach their full potential.

This is an excellent opportunity for a caring and motivated Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school community and make a meaningful difference in the classroom.

Main Duties and Responsibilities
As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher to support pupils' learning and development. Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting the class teacher in delivering engaging and effective lessons.
Providing one-to-one and small-group support to help pupils develop their literacy, numeracy and wider curriculum skills.
Assisting pupils with additional learning needs, including SEN, where required.
Helping to create a positive, inclusive and well-organised classroom environment.
Encouraging positive behaviour, participation and independence.
Supporting pupils' social and emotional development throughout the school day.
Preparing classroom resources and assisting with learning activities.
Monitoring pupils' progress and providing feedback to the class teacher.
Supervising pupils during classroom activities and other school activities, as required.
Following school policies and procedures, particularly those relating to safeguarding, health and safety, and behaviour management.The Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will:

Have previous experience working with children, ideally within a primary school setting.
Have a genuine passion for supporting children's education and development.
Be patient, caring and enthusiastic, with a positive attitude.
Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Be confident supporting pupils individually and in small groups.
Be adaptable, proactive and able to work effectively as part of a team.
Understand safeguarding and classroom management.Why Horizon Teachers

You will be paid the permanent equivalent for the job after 12 weeks, in many cases from day one.
We are like you! Here at Horizon Teachers, many of our consultants have experience in the education sector and have a strong passion for supporting schools, support staff and teachers
A team of specialist education consultants and many with years of education experience
We always look to pay our Teachers/Support Staff the highest rates possible

Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply
 
We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
 
As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent