Full job descriptionYour new company
Hays Education are working with a Formby based Primary school to recruit a full-time Teaching Assistant to work in their Reception Class.

Your new role
Working from 8.30-3.30 Monday-Friday during term time, this Teaching Assistant job will involve supporting the Reception class teacher ensuring the school day runs smoothly with lessons being accessible to all.

Day-to-day duties will include:


*Helping the class teacher prepare resources and learning materials for the day
*Setting up the classroom before lessons and tidying away afterwards
*Providing feedback to the teacher about pupils’ progress and behaviour; support with record keeping and administration in relation to pupils’ behaviour and attainment etc.
*Helping individual pupils or small groups understand their work
*Supporting children who need extra help with reading, writing or maths
*Encouraging pupils to participate in lessons and classroom activities
*Promoting school policies and values; encouraging children to display the necessary values, manners and good behaviour
*Helping children develop confidence, independence and social skills
*Supporting pupils who are upset, anxious or struggling emotionally
*Following safeguarding and child protection procedures

What you’ll need to succeed
For this Teaching Assistant job you will need:


*A passion for working with children
*Patience, empathy and good communication skills
*The ability to support learning and behaviour in the classroom
*Good literacy and numeracy skills
*To be reliable and able to work well in a team

What you’ll get in return
If you are successful with your application, you will have the full support, dedication, and guidance of an experienced recruitment consultant, as well as a wide range of benefits, which include:
*Access to free training via the Hays App
*Refer a friend scheme
*Holiday entitlement
*Comparative pay via Agency Work Regulations
*Option to pay into pension


What you need to do now


If you’re interested in this role, click ’apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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