Pay: £13.68 - £14.50 per hour| Start: ASAP| Contract: Zero-hours (you set the diary) Why this job matters Children learn fastest when the right adult is within arm's reach-someone who can spot confusion, re-explain in plain English, and cheer the small wins. That "right adult" might be you. What you'll actually do: Task Why it's important Work 1-to-1 or with small groups during phonics, maths and topic lessons Keeps every child moving, not just the confident hands-uppers Prep resources, sharpen pencils, organise the glue sticks Teachers teach better when the basics are ready to roll Notice wobbling attention, apply a calm reset A two-minute intervention now avoids ten minutes of lost learning later Jot progress notes and pass them to the teacher/SENDCo Evidence drives the next lesson, not guess-work Supervise lunch and play Social skills grow on the playground as much as they do in class What you'll need Some hands-on experience with children (school, nursery, sports club-show us you've been in the arena). Patience and clear communication; five-year-olds ask "why?" a lot. Level 2/3 TA qualification is desirable but not essential. Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply). Reliable safeguarding knowledge-you'll follow it instinctively, not just because it's policy. What you'll get Choice: decide which days you work; term-time only, so holidays stay yours. Variety: different year groups and school cultures-great if you're building experience or avoiding routine. Support: an Account Manager who fixes paperwork and answers questions fast. Growth: free CPD (behaviour, phonics, SEND) so you're always adding strings to the bow. Weekly pay: no umbrella deductions; what you earn is what lands in your account. Sound like a good fit? Email your CV and two lines on what makes you a calm presence when a lesson goes sideways. We'll schedule a short call, run the compliance checks, and get you into classrooms where you can make a difference from day one.