Teaching Assistant - Reception

A primary school in Hackney are looking for a Teaching assistant to work in their reception class on a full time basis until the end of the academic year with the potential to continue from September 2025.

08:30 - 16:00

Monday - Friday

PAYE, NO umbrella companies

Working as a Teaching assistant in reception your roles will include-

-Supporting the class teacher where needed such as preparing lessons, assisting on school trips and helping with projects

-Supporting pupils with their learning in both 1-2-1 and small group settings

-Assisting pupils with SEN if needed

-Assisting class teacher with behaviour management

You will-

-Have experience working with children

-Be a confident individual who can work off their own initiative

-Be able to work as a team and have a passion for education

-Have experience in phonics

-Have experience working with SEN

The school is a two form entry mainstream primary school based in Hackney.

The school prides itself on their passion for education and expect all staff to share this passion

To be considered for the role of Reception Teaching Assistant you will:

• Have a DBS on the updated service or be willing to apply for one
• Be able to work full time, Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 16:00

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• High end pay rate will be for teaching assistants with relevant qualifications

As Reception Teaching Assistant you will be responsible for:

• Provide support to the teacher and assist pupils with their learning

In return, the school can offer the successful candidate:

• A settled classroom
• Support from class teachers and SLT

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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