Are you looking for an exciting new role in a primary school in West Essex working on a 1:1 basis?
Are you a caring and patient individual with experience working with young people?
Then this new Teaching Assistant/Learning Support Assistant position could be the job for you!

Tradewind Recruitment have been asked by a charming and welcoming school to assist them in finding a reliable and committed Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team after February half term. The successful candidate will have the privilege to become part of a highly successful trust of schools, ranked the top performing trust national for primary outcomes in 2016/2017.

You will be assigned to a student in Reception who is making the transition to attend school full time. No SEND's have been officially diagnosed, though attention tends to lapse easily. The successful Teaching Assistant will be tasked to ensure the pupil is engaged and on track which in turn, will reduce disruption and any behavioural issue. You will also have the additional support of a very experienced SENCO.

The successful 1:1 Teaching Assistant will be expected to:
Incorporate learning in a primary classroom based environment.
Confidently communicate and follow instructions working collaboratively with the class teacher.
Take a patient, caring and compassionate approach while building effective relationship.
Have strong initiative.
Work well with all members of staff to ensure children's needs are being met.

The school is located on the outskirts of Harlow with parking available. They are in a position to consider taking someone on directly or a temporary to permanent basis ensuring the correct fit for both parties. Experience within a similar role is desirable though not essential, however a relevant degree or qualifications would be advantageous.

Click 'Apply Now' to be considered for this great position as a 1:1 Teaching Assistant. Or for more information about the role, contact Tim Campion on 01245 806 737.

To be considered for this exciting 1:1 Teaching Assistant post you will:
Be subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks
Cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and any employment breaks must be explained
Have the legal right to work in the UK

We attract top education talent and in return offer top rates of pay
We care about your training and development more than any other agency - which is why we can offer you more certified CPD courses than any other education recruitment agency, 25 to be exact! That's 18 more than our next nearest competitor
Great referral scheme*
Full interview preparation and assistance - so you're fully prepped and confident, increasing your chances of success
Help with lesson planning - our support doesn't stop once we've secured you a placement
Online Portal for your timesheets and log your availability
Free social and networking events to get to know your peers and consultants

Tradewind Recruitment is a Sunday Times Top 100 employer - stopping at nothing to ensure our candidates, clients and employees come first. At Tradewind you will have access to 25 fully certified CPD courses, that's 18 more than our next nearest competitor, all focused on making you the best you can be. We have the very best people available to take your call and look after you every step of the way. We pride ourselves on exceptional service and take the time to really get to know you. Put simply; we listen, we learn, we deliver. Why? Because our people matter most.
We specialise in matching Teachers and Support Staff to their dream job, and help Primary, Secondary and SEN schools recruit for a wide range of roles across our 11 offices in the UK, including: London, the West Midlands, the North West, East Anglia, the North East, the South West, Yorkshire, the Midlands, Herts and Bucks.
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