Your new company

Hays Recruitment are proud to be working in partnership with a Warrington-based (WA2) single-form entry primary school that is easily accessible via public transport as they are looking to appoint a motivated and experienced higher-level teaching assistant for a full-time temporary contract. This is a varied role consisting of general classroom support and PPA cover.

Your new role

As a higher-level teaching assistant within this school, you will be supporting both KS1 classes (key stage 1), working alongside the class teachers to promote a stimulating and engaging learning environment for all pupils. You will aid in general classroom and behaviour management by utilising an array of learning equipment to aid in attainment outcomes and implement a myriad of positive behaviour strategies. For 3 full days and 2 mornings, you will support your pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis by holding interventions and booster sessions in core subjects (numeracy, literacy, and phonics), including intense sessions within a separate classroom for lower/mixed ability pupils, with the remaining 2 afternoons consisting of PPA cover.

What you'll need to succeed

To be considered in your application, you must have full "Right to Work" in the UK as well as a minimum of 40 days referenceable school experience within the last 2 years, preferably KS1 and/or KS2, as well as:

• Be at least NVQ Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning qualified
• Have experience delivering intervention and booster sessions
• Have experience delivering PPA cover

What you'll get in return

If 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 benefits, which include:

• Free training
• Upfront cost of DBS covered
• Long-term contract
• Full-time hours
• Competitive rate of pay
• Full holiday entitlement
• Company pension scheme
• Access to exclusive vacancies
• Refer a Friend scheme

What you need to do now

If 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.