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Teaching Assistant
Support Learning. Inspire Confidence. Make a Difference.
Smile Education is proud to be working in partnership with a welcoming and nurturing primary school seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team.
This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and caring individual to play a vital role in supporting children's learning and development throughout the school day. The school is committed to creating a positive and inclusive learning environment where every child feels valued, supported, and encouraged to reach their full potential.
Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity or a motivated individual with relevant school-based experience eager to further develop your skills, this role offers the chance to become part of a collaborative school community that places children at the heart of everything it does.
The Role
As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers and school staff to provide high-quality support to pupils both inside and outside the classroom. You will help create a positive and engaging learning environment while supporting the academic, social, and emotional development of all learners.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons and learning activities.
• Working with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning and improve outcomes.
• Providing targeted interventions to support literacy, numeracy, and communication skills.
• Assisting with the preparation of classroom resources and learning materials.
• Supporting pupils with varying abilities, including those with SEND, EAL, and additional learning needs.
• Promoting positive behaviour and helping to maintain a safe, inclusive, and productive learning environment.
• Encouraging pupils' confidence, independence, and participation in classroom activities.
• Monitoring pupil progress and providing feedback to teachers where required.
• Supporting children's social, emotional, and personal development.
• Assisting with playground duties, educational visits, and wider school activities where appropriate.
• Building positive relationships with pupils, parents, carers, and colleagues.
• Contributing to the wider life of the school through events, enrichment activities, and extracurricular opportunities.

About You
We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and committed individual who is passionate about supporting children to achieve their very best.
The successful candidate will:

• Hold a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification (Level 2 or Level 3 desirable) or have equivalent school-based experience.
• Have experience working with primary-aged children.
• Demonstrate a good understanding of child development and the primary curriculum.
• Be confident supporting learning across a range of subjects.
• Have experience supporting children with additional needs, including SEND, where possible.
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be patient, nurturing, and committed to promoting positive relationships.
• Work effectively as part of a wider school team.
• Be adaptable, organised, and proactive in supporting classroom learning.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Why Join This School?
The successful candidate will benefit from:
✅ A supportive and welcoming leadership team
✅ Friendly and enthusiastic pupils who enjoy learning
✅ A collaborative and inclusive staff culture
✅ Opportunities for professional development and career progression
✅ A school committed to staff wellbeing and work-life balance
Why Work with Smile Education?
At Smile Education, we specialise in connecting talented education professionals with rewarding opportunities across the UK.
When you register with us, you'll benefit from:

• Competitive rates of pay.
• A dedicated consultant who understands your career goals.
• Access to a wide range of education support opportunities.
• Ongoing CPD and professional development support.
• A simple and efficient registration process.
• Continued support throughout your placement.

Requirements
To be considered for this role, you must:

• Hold a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification or demonstrate suitable school-based experience.
• Be able to provide two professional references covering the last two years.
• Hold an Enhanced DBS Certificate registered on the Update Service, or be willing to obtain one.
• Have the legal right to work in the UK.
• Be able to provide evidence of qualifications and employment history.

Safeguarding Statement
Smile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and safer recruitment procedures in line with statutory guidance.
Smile Education is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or background.

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