Ks1 Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about supporting young learners in their educational journey? Zest Education is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a primary school in Lichfield. This role offers the opportunity to work in a supportive environment with ample scope for professional growth and development. This part-time role offers the opportunity to work 2-3 days a week (with an immediate start), with potential to transition to full-time in the future. This 2 form entry primary school prides itself on creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for all students. With a focus on holistic development, the school provides a range of opportunities for students to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Our staff are dedicated to creating a positive and engaging learning experience for every child. This will provide opportunities for behaviour management training to enhance your skills and support for professional development and career progression within the school. Its welcoming and inclusive atmosphere allows for a collaborative staff culture and strong community engagement. Roles and Responsibilities: 1. Support the classroom teacher in delivering engaging and effective lessons in KS1. 2. Assist students in their learning journey and provide individualized support as needed. 3. Implement behaviour management strategies to create a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere. 4. Collaborate with colleagues to plan and deliver educational activities that meet the needs of all students. 5. Engage in professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge in the field of education. Requirements: 1. Previous experience working with children in an educational setting. 2. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 3. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team. 4. Enthusiasm for supporting students' academic and social-emotional development. 5. Willingness to engage in professional development and continuous learning. If you are interested in this position or want to find out more, call Alex on (phone number removed) or ‘apply for job’ at the top of the page to submit your details. Zest Education are an REC audited agency and are dedicated to safeguarding children. All candidates must hold an enhanced DBS (or allow us to process one for you) and be registered to the DBS Update Service, be able to provide references to cover the last two years and successfully pass all other necessary safeguarding checks prior to clearance for work. Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience, training, or qualifications required for this position are recent school-based experience (within the last 5 years within a school that teaches the British Curriculum) and/or care-based experience within the last 5 years. The role advertised is for temporary supply work