Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Borehamwood, Hertfordshire
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
We are seeking a reliable and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our primary school in Borehamwood. This role involves providing classroom support, working with individual or small groups of pupils, and assisting the class teacher in daily tasks. The ideal candidate will be proactive, organised, and able to work independently when required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supporting the class teacher with the preparation and delivery of lessons.
- Assisting pupils with their learning, ensuring they remain focused and on-task.
- Supporting children with additional needs, providing tailored help when necessary.
- Assisting in the management of classroom resources and materials.
- Supervising students during break times and outings as required.
Requirements:
- Previous experience in a similar role or working in an educational setting.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.
- Patience, flexibility, and a genuine interest in working with children.
- Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant Certificate) are desirable but not essential.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary.
- Professional development opportunities.
- A supportive working environment within a close-knit school community.
If this position isn't quite what you are looking for, please still get in touch to discuss other available roles. Alternatively, if you know of someone who may be interested, we offer £250 as a referral scheme.
If you have not received a response within 7 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. For other available positions, please refer to our website.
Dunbar Education is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding to ensure the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, to share this commitment. To adhere with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all registrations will be required to fill out our application form in, to receive work. This will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. Dunbar Education is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value of and seeks to achieve a diverse workforce in schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Dunbar Education is a member of ASPCo compliance plus, for more information please refer to our recruitment & selection policy statement.
