Year 2 Teaching Assistant

Job title: Y2 Teaching Assistant

Location: Swindon, Wiltshire

Contract: Starting 15/04/2024 -

Hours: 8:25 to 3:40 - Monday to Friday

Are you a passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant with experience working as a General TA or with small groups of children? We are seeking a skilled Teaching Assistant to join our large primary school in Swindon. This is a fantastic opportunity to support a lively Y2 class. Starting from after Easter half-term, most likely going beyond the end of the academic year. This position can be made permanent for the right person.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote positive behaviour management strategies and contribute to a safe and inclusive learning environment
• Monitor and record students' progress and provide feedback to the Y2 Class Teacher
• Assist with classroom organization and maintenance of resources
• Support students' social and emotional development through effective communication and rapport-building

Requirements:

• Previous experience working with Reception or KS1 children (highly preferable)
• A patient and nurturing approach to supporting children's learning and development
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and collaborate with staff
• Flexible and adaptable to the needs of the classroom and students
• Basic knowledge of the national curriculum and educational practices

By registering with Tradewind, we can offer you:

• Your income matters; we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice
• Your development matters; we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars and resources via the incredible National College
• Your flexibility matters; we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts and permanent positions all available, all local to you
• Your wellbeing matters; we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running
• We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer

Click 'Apply now' and attach your CV to be considered for this exciting Teaching Assistant role in Swindon through Tradewind. Or for more information about the role, contact Ross Churn on / #BRITA