Teaching Assistant

Your new companyHays Education is working in partnership with a nonperforming and values-driven primary academy in North London to recruit a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant.The school is known for its strong inclusive ethos, high expectations and positive relationships with pupils and families. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and committed team focused on helping every child succeed.

Your new roleAs a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils within the classroom, including 1:1 and small-group intervention
• Work closely with the class teacher to deliver purposeful and engaging learning activities
• Promote positive behaviour and help maintain a calm, structured learning environment
• Support pupils' academic, social and emotional development
• Take an active and flexible role within the wider school community

What you'll need to succeedThe successful candidate will:

• Have experience working with young people, ideally within a secondary school setting
• Be passionate about inclusion and supporting students with a range of needs and abilities
• Demonstrate patience, resilience and strong interpersonal skills
• Be confident working as part of a professional secondary school team
• Hold, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS

What you'll get in return

• Competitive daily rates of pay through Hays Education
• Opportunities for ongoing and long-term work in secondary schools
• Access to free CPD, safeguarding training and professional development
• Dedicated support from a specialist Hays Education consultant

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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