Teaching Assistant

Tradewind are recruiting! Are you a hard-working Teaching Assistant looking for your next role in Failsworth, Oldham?

About the school

We are recruiting for a Teaching Assistant on behalf of a one form entry primary school in Failsworth, Oldham. The school is very proud of the education it provides. They are committed to offering opportunities such as music lessons, sports activities, adventurous activities and residential visits.

The well-structured and exciting curriculum is a strength of the school and makes a significant contribution to pupils' academic progress as well as to their social, moral, spiritual and cultural development. The headteacher provides a clear vision and direction for the school which all members of staff work together as a team to achieve.

The school is based in Failsworth, Oldham and is accessible via car or bus.

About the role

This OFSTED 'Good' primary school is looking for a Teaching Assistant to work within their KS1 department. The successful candidate must have prior experience and training in using the Read, Write Inc phonics programme. You must be a committed practitioner who will want to attain the highest standards in teaching and learning throughout the role.

The role itself will involve supporting within both Year One and Year Two, running Read, Write Inc interventions. You will be required to work 8.30am to 3.30pm Monday to Friday.

To join us and be successful in this Teaching Assistant role, you will need to:

*Hold a Level 2 Teaching Assistant Qualification
*Be subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks
*Provide a CV with at least 10 years employment/education history included and employment breaks must be explained
*Have the legal right to work in the UK

By registering with Tradewind Manchester, you will benefit from:

*An honest and friendly team with a wealth of educational experience
*Consultants that will listen to what you want and support you wherever necessary
*Top rates of pay through our attraction of the best education talent
*More training and development 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 out next nearest competitor
*A great referral scheme - recommend a friend and earn a generous reward
*Full interview preparation and assistance - so your 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
*A straightforward Online Portal for your timesheets and log your availability
*Free social and networking events to get to know your peers and consultants

To be considered for this position, please respond by 30th March as the school are looking to shortlist and interview ASAP. Please call the Manchester office on 0161 674 0138, or email amy.roberts@twrecruitment.com

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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