Teaching Assistant (TA) – Year 1 Support
Location: Sunderland
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Job Type: Full-time (Temporary/Permanent)
Teaching Personnel is currently seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Sunderland. This role involves providing general classroom support in Year 1 and delivering small intervention groups for literacy, helping pupils reach their full potential.
Responsibilities:
* Supporting the Year 1 class teacher with daily classroom activities
* Leading small-group literacy interventions to boost reading and writing skills
* Encouraging pupil engagement and confidence in learning
* Assisting with classroom preparation and resource organization
* Providing one-on-one support for pupils who require extra help
Minimum Requirements:
* Experience working with children, ideally in a primary school setting
* Knowledge of phonics and early literacy strategies is desirable
* A proactive and positive attitude
* Level 2 or Level 3 TA qualification (or equivalent) preferred
* Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one)
Competitive pay and flexible work options
Support from a dedicated consultant
Access to professional development and training opportunities
If you’re passionate about supporting young learners and want to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!
To apply, contact bethany.stobbart@teachingpersonnel.com or call us on 01912235070.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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