Your new companyHays Recruitment are proud to be working in partnership with an extremely welcoming and open mainstream primary school in Winsford as they are looking to appoint an experienced and reliable teaching assistant for a long-term full-time contract, initially on a temporary basis with the aim of a permanent appointment for the right individual. This is an extremely open school with minimal doors for classes.As a teaching assistant within this school, you will be joining the KS1 cohort, playing an integral part in the education of a young female pupil. The pupil you will be supporting is an extremely outgoing and charismatic individual with a very loving personality but does at times struggle to access the curriculum as she can become dis-regulated and easily distracted, which can then encourage other pupils across the class. You will encourage their learning by implementing a myriad of positive behaviour strategies, picking up on signs that behaviours may be escalating and using distraction techniques to retain focus. Other duties will include: Planning and implementing 1:1 interventions in core subjectsPhonics assessmentsDirect liaison with SENCO and head teacher on pupil progressSupporting during break and lunch times What you'll need to succeedTo be considered in your application, you must have full "Right to Work" in the UK, a minimum of 40 days referenceable classroom experience within the last 2 years, and: Have strong skills in behaviour managementGood knowledge of the KS1 national curriculumAn NVQ Level 2 Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent qualification is advantageous but not essential What you'll get in returnIf you are successful in your application, you will receive the full support, dedication and guidance of a senior DfE accredited recruitment consultant, as well as a wide range of amazing benefits, that include: Free trainingUpfront cost of DBS coveredLong-term contractPossible permanent contractHighly competitive rate of payFull holiday entitlementCompany pension schemeAccess to exclusive vacanciesRefer a Friend scheme What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk