EAL Teaching Assistant

Academics

Posted 5 days ago, valid for a day

Gillingham, Kent ME8 0RU, England

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

Academics Rochester is seeking a part-time EAL Teaching Assistant for a primary school in Gillingham, Kent, starting after the Easter break and continuing until July 2025, with potential for a permanent position.
The role focuses on supporting students whose first language is not English, helping them to succeed across the curriculum and overcome learning barriers.
Candidates should have recent experience working with children, particularly EAL students, and possess a GCSE in English and Maths with a grade of C or 4 and above.
A TEFL or TESOL qualification is desirable, along with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong relationships with students and staff.
The position requires the right to work in the UK and an enhanced DBS certificate, with a salary of £70-£90 per day based on experience.

EAL Teaching Assistant

Gillingham

May 2025

Full time or Part time

Academics Rochester are recruiting for a part time EAL Teaching Assistant to start working at a primary school in Gillingham, Kent

The role will start after the Easter break and will continue until July 2025 where there will be the opportunity of the role becoming permanent.

When you are in the role you will be there to ensure all young people whose first language is not English have access to the highest levels of support which will enable them to flourish across the curriculum. You will make a difference to those students who have additional needs and require additional support and extended services to overcome barriers to learning. You will be joining a team that is committed to improving outcomes for all pupils. You will have excellent interpersonal skills.The school strives to provide the best they can for all their pupils, which is shown in their strong investment in intervention and the help you will provide. The students you will help have a warm relationship with the staff and see the school as a safe and nurturing place.

Experience, Training and qualifications:

Recent school experience or evidence of working with children where English is not their first language
TEFL or TESOL qualification (desirable)
Experience of helping EAL students
GCSE English and Maths grade C or 4 & above

To be eligible you must have/be:

Hold Right to Work in the UK
Hold an enhanced DBS certificate (If you do not have a DBS, Academics can assist you with the application process)
Provide a minimum of two references covering the last 2 years.

Please send your CV to Anita at Academics Rochester without delay.

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