Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about making a difference in a child's life? We are seeking a dedicated Early Years Teaching Assistant to support a wonderful child who is non-verbal at our vibrant two-form entry school in Fulham.

About the role

• Support a non-verbal child in a nurturing environment
• Work closely with teachers to implement individualised learning plans
• Foster a positive and engaging atmosphere to encourage social interaction
• Assist in the planning and delivery of creative activities that promote communication skills
• Role starts ASAP, until the end of the academic year

About the school

• A supportive and friendly team dedicated to fostering a love of learning
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• A chance to make a real impact on a child's development and confidence
• Close to good transport links
• Schools hours are 08:30-15:30

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Teaching Assistant you will:

• Have an enhanced child workforce DBS on the update service

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Have experience working with children who are non-verbal

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Jovan Shand-Alridge on 020 7065 7500 or email j.shand-alridge@smartteachers.co.uk.