KS2 Teaching Assistant

We are recruiting for Teaching Assistant to work across years 3-6 on a full time basis at a lovely primary school in Ilkeston, Derbyshire 

The position will start immediately for the right candidate 

The school are looking to appoint enthusiastic and motivated Teaching Assistant.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-on-one and group support to children exhibiting challenging behaviour


• Develop and implement personalised behaviour plans


• Monitor progress and maintain records of behavioural interventions


• Work collaboratively with staff and parents to ensure a consistent approach to behaviour management


• Lead small group sessions to develop social skills, emotional regulation, and self-confidence


• Offer guidance and support to staff on best practices for behaviour management

Requirements:

• The ability to create a happy, challenging, and effective learning environment.


• Experience working with children in a primary school or similar setting


• Helpful, positive, calm, and caring nature.


• Excellent speaking and listening skills.


• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.


• Enhanced DBS or be willing to obtain one.


• Will have a Teaching Assistant qualification, though this is not essential


• Are able to multitask and prioritise tasks in order of importance

Please note - to qualify for the higher end of the pay scale you must have at least two years' experience working within an Early Years environment.

Benefits of working with Progress Teachers:

· 5 Star Reviewed Agency - Over 120+ positive reviews on Google.

· Long-term and Permanent Focus – Offering consistency and reliability.

· Support & Guidance – Ongoing support provided throughout whole recruitment process, including CV writing, interview/trial preparation and professional development.

· Competitive Salary – You’ll receive Pay to Scale from day one through PAYE (minimum rate is £13.04ph)

· Work-Life Balance – 13 weeks holiday a year, as well as only working 8:30-15:30 Monday to Friday.

· £100 Referral Bonus (You do not have to be working through us to receive this).

We welcome applicants from similar settings/roles such as Youth Worker, SEN Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and possess the necessary skills and experience, we would love to hear from you. Apply NOW.