Dedicated Early Years Teaching Assistant - Rural School; 6 week Full-Time role (Northumberland North)

Early Years Teaching Assistant for a Rural School - 15 mile radius of Berwick-upon-Tweed Daily Pay Range: £80-£100 Job description

Connect Education is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school located in a rural area of Northumberland, within a 15-mile radius of Berwick-upon-Tweed. This is a full-time role in a mainstream primary setting.

About the Role:

In this full-time position, you will provide individualised support to pupils in Early Years, ensuring they receive the attention and guidance needed to thrive. You will work closely with the class teacher to deliver tailored support throughout the school day, helping the pupils to fully engage in lessons and school activities.

Key Responsibilities:

- Offer one-to-one support to a pupil during lessons and daily activities.

- Assist the teacher in preparing and delivering interactive and engaging lessons.

- Help foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

- Provide classroom and learning support to encourage growth and independence.

- Collaborate with the teaching staff to ensure progress and well-being are prioritised.

The ideal candidate will have some Early Years experience, and experience/understanding of phonics

What We're Looking For:

- Qualified to work in a childcare setting

- A full UK driving licence or the means to commute to a rural location.

- A caring, supportive individual with a passion for helping young learners.

- Strong communication skills and the ability to work closely with teachers, parents, and pupils.

- Patience, adaptability, and a commitment to ensuring every child reaches their full potential.

- Ideally, you'll live within a reasonable commuting distance of the school (approximately 15 miles from Berwick-Upon-Tweed).

Why Choose Connect Education?

- Competitive weekly pay based on experience.

- Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills.

- Access to a dedicated consultant providing ongoing support.

- Work in a nurturing rural school environment, ideal for those passionate about helping children succeed.

Pay:£80-£100 per day, based on qualifications and experience

Job Type:Full-time

WorkLocation:In person

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Contract length: 6 weeks

Pay: £12.31-£15.39 per hour

Expected hours: 32.5 per week

Benefits:

• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• CPD

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 03/02/2025