Overview
Primary Teaching Assistant at CBK Açores - Corretores de Seguros Lda. Start ASAP. Contract: Flexible (you set the diary).
What Youll Do
* Work 1-to-1 or with small groups during phonics, maths and topic lessons to help every child make progress.
* Prep resources, sharpen pencils, organise the glue sticks so teachers can focus on teaching.
* Notice wobbling attention and apply a calm reset to prevent longer periods of lost learning.
* Jot progress notes and pass them to the teacher/SENDCo to provide accurate evidence for shaping the next lesson.
* Supervise lunch and play to support social skills development.
What Youll Need
* Some hands-on experience with children (school, nursery, sports club) showing you’ve been in the arena.
* Patience and clear communication; five-year-olds often ask why?
* 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 Youll Get
* Choice: decide which days you work; term-time only, so holidays stay yours.
* Variety: different year groups and school cultures—great for building experience.
* Support: an Account Manager who handles paperwork and questions quickly.
* Growth: free CPD (behaviour, phonics, SEND) to continually develop your skills.
* Weekly pay: no umbrella deductions; what you earn is what lands in your account.
How to Apply
Email your CV and two lines on what makes you a calm presence when a lesson goes sideways. We will schedule a short call, run compliance checks, and help you begin in classrooms where you can make a difference from day one.
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