Year 2 General Teaching Assistant - North West London

Year 2 General Teaching Assistant - North West London

Job Title: Year 2 General Teaching Assistant
Location: North West London
Salary/Pay: Competitive daily rate, dependent on experience
Start Date: ASAP

£100 per day
Contract: School-based Teaching Assistant position
Hours: Full school day

The Opportunity

SANZA Teaching Agency are delighted to be working with a creative primary school in North West London who are looking for a Year 2 General Teaching Assistant to join their team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who enjoys being actively involved in classroom life and working alongside a class teacher to support pupils with their learning and development.

This is a general classroom Teaching Assistant position within Year 2, rather than a dedicated 1:1 role. You will support pupils across the class, working with individuals and small groups as well as providing general classroom support throughout the school day.

About the School

The school is a primary school based in North West London with a creative approach to teaching and learning.

They are looking for a Teaching Assistant who can become an active member of the classroom team, working closely with the Year 2 teacher and wider staff to help pupils access learning and make progress.

The successful candidate will support the smooth day-to-day running of the classroom and help create a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment for all pupils.

The Role

Working within Year 2, you will support the class teacher with pupils' learning and the day-to-day organisation of the classroom.

Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting pupils during whole-class teaching and independent activities
Working with small groups and individual pupils
Reinforcing learning introduced by the class teacher
Supporting pupils with reading, writing and maths
Helping pupils remain focused and engaged with their learning
Providing additional explanation and encouragement where required
Supporting positive behaviour and established classroom routines
Preparing and organising classroom resources
Helping to maintain an organised and engaging learning environment
Providing appropriate feedback to the class teacher regarding pupils' progress and participation
Supporting pupils with differing learning needs within the classroom
Following the school's safeguarding, behaviour and health and safety procedures
Working collaboratively with the class teacher and wider school team

The Ideal Candidate

The school is looking for someone who is proactive, reliable and committed to supporting children's learning.

Ideally, you will:

Have previous experience working with primary-aged children
Have experience as a Teaching Assistant or within a relevant education or childcare setting
Be confident supporting pupils with KS1 learning
Have good literacy and numeracy skills
Be able to build appropriate and positive professional relationships with pupils
Be comfortable supporting individuals, small groups and the wider class
Be organised and able to use your initiative appropriately
Have a calm and consistent approach to supporting behaviour
Communicate effectively with teaching staff and other colleagues
Understand the importance of safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
Be able to work collaboratively as part of a school teamPrevious experience supporting pupils within KS1 or Year 2 would be advantageous but is not essential where candidates can demonstrate relevant transferable experience.

Why Work with SANZA Teaching Agency?

SANZA Teaching Agency is a leading education recruitment agency, supporting teachers, teaching assistants and schools across London.

Working through SANZA gives you access to:

PAYE only - no umbrella companies
REC-approved recruitment practices
Competitive rates of pay
Access to CPD and training through The National College
Support from an experienced education recruitment consultant
Access to a wide network of schools and education opportunities across London

How to Apply

If you have experience supporting children and would be interested in a Year 2 Teaching Assistant position within a North West London primary school, we would love to hear from you.

Apply with your CV today or contact Chloe at SANZA Teaching Agency for further information. (url removed)

SANZA Teaching Agency is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to the relevant safeguarding and compliance checks required for the role
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed