Primary Teaching Assistant

Position: Primary Teaching Assistant 

Location: Morley, Leeds

Contract Type: Full-Time, Temporary to Permanent 

Start Date: September 2024 

PK Education is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Primary Teaching Assistant to join an inclusive and welcoming primary school in Morley. This full-time position offers a temporary to permanent opportunity, with roles available across EYFS to KS2, depending on the candidate's skill set.

Key Responsibilities:

- Uphold and support the ethos, vision, and values of the school, adhering to all policies and procedures.

- Demonstrate a strong commitment to inclusion, ensuring every child feels valued and supported.

- Show a willingness to pursue and enhance qualifications and training for personal and professional development.

- Provide a supportive and welcoming presence in the classroom, fostering positive working relationships with parents.

- Understand how children learn and take initiative to meet the individual needs of students.

- Assist the class teacher and other professionals in developing and delivering engaging educational activities.

- Participate actively in the extra-curricular life of the school, contributing to a vibrant school community.

- Communicate effectively and work collaboratively as part of a team.

- Exhibit patience, calmness, and the ability to listen and value children's perspectives.

Ideal Candidate:

- Previous experience working with children in an educational setting, ideally primary education.

- A proactive and positive attitude towards supporting children's learning and development.

- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with students, staff, and parents.

- Flexibility to work across different year groups and adapt to varying needs.

- Commitment to ongoing professional development and a passion for making a difference in children's lives.

- Intervention experience is highly beneficial i.e. Phonics, Speech and Language.

If you are a passionate and dedicated individual looking to join a warm and inclusive school community, we would love to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity to grow and develop within a supportive environment.

How to Apply:

Please submit your CV to (url removed) or if you are interested and would like to discuss the role in more depth, feel free to call Chloe on (phone number removed).

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