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Class-based teaching assistant – afternoons only – WV11

Smile Education is currently recruiting for a class-based teaching assistant to join a primary school in the WV11 area.
This is an afternoon-only opportunity and would suit an experienced teaching assistant looking for regular part-time work within a primary school environment.

The role

Working alongside the class teacher, you will provide valuable classroom support and help pupils engage positively with their learning and development.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the class teacher during afternoon lessons and activities
• Working with individual pupils and small groups where required
• Supporting children with their learning and development
• Providing additional support to pupils with SEN and additional needs
• Helping pupils remain focused and engaged with their work
• Encouraging positive behaviour and good learning habits
• Supporting children's confidence, independence and social development
• Assisting with classroom activities and preparation where required
• Creating a positive, safe and inclusive classroom environment
• Working closely with the class teacher and wider school team
• Providing encouragement and reassurance to pupils who require additional support
• Helping pupils develop positive relationships with their peers
• Supporting pupils who may need additional guidance with behaviour, attention or emotional regulation

The school is looking for a reliable and enthusiastic teaching assistant who can quickly build positive relationships with pupils and become a valued member of the classroom team.

The ideal candidate will be:

• Experienced working in a primary school environment
• Confident supporting children within a busy classroom
• Patient, approachable and nurturing
• Able to support pupils with a range of abilities and needs
• Confident working with individuals and small groups
• Proactive and willing to support wherever needed
• Able to follow the direction of the class teacher
• Reliable and professional
• Calm and consistent when supporting behaviour
• Able to build positive relationships with children
• Passionate about supporting children's learning and development

Experience supporting children with SEN would be desirable, although we are also interested in hearing from teaching assistants with strong mainstream classroom experience.

Why work with Smile Education?

• Regular local school opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support
• Flexible part-time and full-time positions
• Opportunities to develop your classroom experience
• Access to short-term and long-term roles
• Support throughout your placement

This is a good opportunity for a teaching assistant looking for consistent afternoon work within a primary school and would suit someone who enjoys working closely with pupils and being part of a supportive classroom team.

Location: WV11
Hours: Afternoons only
Role: Class-based teaching assistant

Apply now to register with Smile Education and discuss this opportunity.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.