Your new role
You will be joining a small primary school in St Helens that is committed to providing a safe and stimulating environment for all its children. They are looking for a teaching assistant to work within their key stage 1 classes supporting general learning. The role is temporary with a chance of going permanent for the right candidate.

The school sets high expectations of staff and pupils, and is looking to appoint an experienced Teaching Assistant to support the delivery of literacy, numeracy and other core subjects across Key Stage 1. You will work alongside the teachers to offer a stimulating and engaging learning environment for all pupils. You will be expected to hold small groups to assist in learning and build strong constructive relationships with your new pupils.

What you'll need to succeed

-Full DBS on the update service
-DBS
-An NVQ Level 2 Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent qualification is desirable but not required.
-Skills in communication, literacy & numeracy
-Attributes such as patience, empathy, creativity, and flexibility
-Experience of working with children, preferably in an early years setting

Please mention any other relevant experience that would help your application stand out when applying

What you'll get in return

-A fixed-term contract with the possibility of extension or permanent employment
-A dedicated consultant from Hays Education who will provide you with advice, guidance, and support throughout your placement
-A competitive salary depending on your qualifications and experience
-A chance to work with a globally established company

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.

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