Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – Flexible short-term and long-term opportunities available immediately

These flexible opportunities are ideal for Teaching Assistants who enjoy variety and want to make a positive impact across different school settings. You will be supporting pupils in Clacton-on-Sea and the surrounding areas, helping them access learning and thrive in an inclusive environment.

Duties as Teaching Assistant:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging learning activities
• Help implement behaviour strategies in line with school policies
• Support pupils with personal care needs where required
• Promote an inclusive and positive learning environment
• Monitor and record pupil progress and communicate with teaching staff
• Contribute to wider school life during longer-term placements

Ideal Teaching Assistant:

• Previous experience supporting pupils in a school setting
• Understanding of strategies for supporting children with a range of needs
• Ability to build positive and professional relationships with pupils and staff
• Patience, empathy, and adaptability
• Confidence working across different year groups
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare
• Willingness to undertake relevant training and development

All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE's statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE - that means no self-employed or umbrella companies.

• Discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more.
• Comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.

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