primary teaching assistant - Veritone : Job Details

"Teaching assistants don't just support education-they empower it."

Are you passionate about working with young children and helping them flourish in their early education?

Do you love creating a positive and engaging environment for primary school students?

Do you believe you have what it takes to thrive in a school setting?

If so, keep reading!

Randstad is partnering with outstanding schools in Haywards Heath, seeking enthusiastic individuals eager to develop their skills while enhancing the abilities of their students. Our partnered schools offer hands-on training and a dedicated team of experienced staff to support you as you integrate into their community. In this term-time role, you'll have the chance to explore your passion for education, supporting students aged 4-11 and contributing to their social, emotional, and academic development. If you have experience working with children or a background in caregiving, a teaching assistant position might be the perfect next step for you. This is a long-term contract role with full-time hours (8:30am to 3:30pm).

What You Will Get:

• Access to a variety of e-learning courses and knowledge resources.
• A fantastic referral bonus-earn £300 in Love2Shop vouchers for successful referrals! (T&Cs apply)
• Work alongside specialists and experienced team members.
• Opportunities for career progression.
• Flexibility to work with different age groups across various year levels.
• Opportunities to advance within your role.

What You'll Do:

• Collaborate with teachers to work with groups of children.
• Provide regular progress updates to the class teacher and maintain accurate records.
• Attend to children's personal needs, including minor first aid, and offer guidance on social health, physical hygiene, and welfare matters.
• Engage with teachers, caregivers, and parents to monitor student development.
• Support children 1:1 or in small groups to aid their learning.
• Be a positive role model for both students and staff.

What You'll Need:

• Experience working with children.
• A genuine passion for supporting children's growth.
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English, grade C or above.
• An enhanced child DBS (we can assist if you don't already have one).
• Strong behaviour and classroom management skills.
• Patience to help pupils grasp lessons and engage with activities planned by the teacher.
• Eligibility to work in the UK (Sponsorship is not provided).

If you're eager to create a positive learning environment for amazing students, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Interested? Apply now!