Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant - Primary School

Maldon, Essex

ASAP

£90-£105 per day

Full-time, Monday-Friday

EYFS / KS1 / KS2

Primary

Are you a passionate and experienced Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity within a welcoming primary school?

Would you love to join a school where you can make a genuine difference to children's learning, confidence and development?

Academics are currently working with a lovely primary school in Maldon who are looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team as soon as possible.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is warm, nurturing, proactive and passionate about supporting children to reach their full potential.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher to provide engaging and effective support across the classroom.

Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting pupils with their learning both individually and within small groups

Working alongside the class teacher to deliver engaging learning activities

Providing additional support to pupils who require extra help with their learning or development

Supporting positive behaviour and encouraging pupils to become confident, independent learners

Building strong and trusting relationships with children

Helping to create an inclusive, safe and stimulating classroom environment

Supporting children with additional needs where required

Assisting with classroom preparation and general learning activities

Working collaboratively with teachers, support staff and parents

We're looking for someone who is:

Experienced working within a primary school environment

Warm, caring and genuinely passionate about working with children

Confident supporting children on a 1:1 and small-group basis

Patient, resilient and adaptable

Able to build positive relationships quickly

Confident supporting behaviour and maintaining boundaries

A strong communicator and team player

Reliable, punctual and committed

Passionate about helping every child achieve their potential

Experience supporting children with SEND would be highly desirable, although the school is also happy to consider candidate...