Are you passionate about education and making a positive impact on young learners? Do you have experience working with primary school children and a flexible schedule? If so, we want you to join our team as a primary teaching assistant!

We are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to work with us providing support to teachers in a variety of primary school settings across the Cheshire area. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in different schools and gain valuable experience in a variety of classroom environments.  Whilst previous experience is advantageous, the enthusiasm and desire to work in a classroom is equally important and free training is available.  We understand that everyone has to start somewhere. 

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity to work as a primary teaching assistant, please get in touch.

Benefits of joining the Educate Group:

• Led by experienced educators with over 85+ years of combined education experience.
• Provides staffing solutions to schools with a commitment to high-quality support for partner schools.
• Offers flexible work arrangements to achieve a work-life balance.
• Provides opportunities to build relevant classroom-based experience with reputable schools in the area.
• Offers free regular training from a team of educators.
• Opportunity to apply for initial teacher training with Educate ITT and link schools.
• Potential for permanent job placement if available.

Responsibilities of a Teaching Assistant:

1. Support the teacher in preparing classroom materials.
2. Assist individual students and manage student behaviour.
3. Assess progress and provide feedback.
4. Create a positive learning environment, providing support during activities.
5. Help with administrative tasks.
6. Follow school policies and procedures.

 Requirements of a Teaching Assistant:

• No qualifications are required, although good standards of literacy and numeracy are needed.
• Experience working with children or young people would be beneficial. 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to manage behaviour effectively.
• A positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Flexibility and adaptability.

Registrations required to be a Teaching Assistant:

• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, but if you do not have one, you can apply for a new one through Educate.
• You must register with the EWC (Education Workforce Council) to work in Wales.

Notes:

• All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, as we cannot offer a work permit to any applicant or facilitate work permits for any vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.
• We are a member of the REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation).
• The Educate Group are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children.
• As a matter of courtesy, the Educate Group aim to respond to all applications within 48 hours.
• A higher rate is achievable for candidates with a proven track record of high attainment within the required job role or subject area.
• All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.

If you want to know more about the Educate Group and the current opportunities, don't hesitate to contact one of our team on (phone number removed).