Overview
Nayland CP School
Full Time Classroom Teaching Assistants required from September/October 2025
Grade 2 (Point 1-4) £22,183 - £23,114 per annum (pro rata) (38 weeks)
27.5 hours per week over 5 days (Every Day)
We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, patient and talented teaching assistant to join our enthusiastic, supportive and very well-regarded school. This is an exciting opportunity to join our positive, forward-thinking team.
You will be working alongside a creative team of professionals to provide learning support across primary age groups. Initially the post will be based in upper key stage two.
You will perform a key role in supporting children's learning in all aspects; preparing resources, delivering interventions and supporting children in a group or individual basis endeavouring to enable the child to make appropriate progress and be fully included in wider school life.
Main Job Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities
* reinforce lessons presented by the classroom teacher by reviewing material with students individually or in groups
* provide additional learning support to students where identified
* develop learning programs for individual needs and adapt appropriate materials accordingly
* deliver customised learning activities to students either individually or in groups
* monitor and support the social and emotional needs of students
* assist with the development of lesson plans and learning materials to meet curriculum requirements and individual student needs
* help teachers prepare for lessons by getting materials ready, setting up equipment and arranging the classroom environment
* assist the classroom teacher in directly observing and recording behaviour
* help maintain behaviour for learning in the classroom by ensuring students adhere to accepted rules and regulations i.e. The Nayland Code
* maintain the classroom environment in an organised and orderly manner to ensure an optimal learning experience
* create displays of the students' work and other classroom displays
* assist with maintaining student records
* assist the classroom teacher with marking, correcting learning and checking homework
* collaborate regularly with staff members to track the progress of each child
* provide feedback to the classroom teacher on the student's progress and development
* assist with supervision of students in class, between classes and during playtimes
* help with extracurricular activities, school events and field trips
Education and Experience
* range of GCSE passes including English and maths
* basic understanding of child development
* experience of working with children (preferred)
Key Skills and Competencies
* communication skills - verbal and written
* effective relationship building skills
* high energy levels
* patience
* adaptability
* respect for diversity
* team work skills
* organisational and planning skills
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