Position: Teaching Assistant (Supply)
Location: Market Drayton, Shropshire
Pay Rate: £12.82 - £15 per hour
At Excell Supply, we are an education specialised recruitment company, supplying Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants, and Teachers to mainstream and SEN Specialist schools across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin, Cheshire, Powys, and North Wales.
We are constantly recruiting for Teaching Assistants and Learning Support Assistants to work with us on a supply basis at the amazing schools that we support.
Feel free to contact directly with your CV - thomas@excell-supply.com or call the office on 01743 816123
About the role:
* Working with groups of children aged between 2 and 18 (Key Stages 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 as well as Nursery and EYFS) and being a vital part of their learning journey.
* Following instructions and guidance given by the class teacher and ensuring that the children understand the material being taught.
* Ensuring children’s safety in and out of the classroom.
* Supervising children during break and lunchtime (if requested).
* Aiding the Teacher if a student is struggling to understand, offering another perspective.
* Helping with lesson plans.
* Observing and providing feedback to the class teacher about the children’s learning and progression.
* Effectively managing off-task behaviours.
About you:
* Experience is just as important as qualifications.
* Relevant qualifications include Health and Social Care, Childcare courses, Teaching Assistant courses, among others.
* An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (we can assist you in applying for this).
* Experience working with children or adults in a care or educational capacity.
* Transferrable skills such as teamwork, initiative, flexibility, adaptability, remaining calm under pressure, caring, and helpful.
* Experience working with students with challenging behaviour, including examples of how you have dealt with such situations.
* A calming attitude that helps relax students who are stressed or angry.
* Easy to communicate with and approachable.
* Supportive when students ask questions or for help.
* A 'never say no' mindset.
About us:
* Excellent rates of pay.
* Work where and when you want – we listen to your needs and preferences.
* Recommend a Friend Scheme – earn up to £500 per referral!
* A designated Account Manager as your point of contact with strong relationships with schools in your area.
* Always available via email, text, or call, 7 days a week.
* Opportunity for permanent positions if of interest.
* Support and advice from our expert professional mentors, including lesson observations.
* Access to a full calendar of CPD opportunities through our Twilight Training Programme and other courses during school holidays.
As members of the REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) and Umbrella body to the DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service), Excell Supply is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children.
All applicants will be subject to thorough employment checks and must have an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service certificate in place. Candidates without an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service will have to apply for a new one.
If you believe you have the skills required for this role, please apply now. If you haven’t heard from us within two weeks of the vacancy closing date, you should assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Important Notice: All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK or eligible to apply for a relevant work visa. Excell Supply is unable to offer a work permit to any applicant or facilitate work permits for any vacancy on behalf of its clients.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Zero hours contract
Pay: £12.82-£15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 6 – 30 per week
Additional pay:
* Bonus scheme
Benefits:
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
* No weekends
Education:
* GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
* Childcare: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
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