Position: KS1 Teaching Assistant
Hours: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday
Are you passionate about supporting young learners and making a positive impact on their educational journey? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant and dynamic team, working with KS1 students.
Key Responsibilities:
* Assisting the classroom teacher with lesson preparation and classroom management
* Providing one-on-one and small group support to students to enhance their learning experience
* Supporting students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)
* Supervising students during playground and break times, ensuring their safety and well-being
* Helping to create a stimulating and inclusive learning environment
* Assisting with administrative tasks, such as record-keeping and organizing classroom materials
Requirements:
* Experience working with young children in an educational setting is preferred
* First Aid training is essential, or a willingness to undergo First Aid training
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Patience, empathy, and a nurturing attitude towards students
* Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
About Opogo
Work for a social enterprise and boost your income! Higher rates, more work opportunities, and total control over your schedule. With the Opogo app, you’ll secure positions in schools in just 2 minutes. Transparent pay rates, smart job matching, and easy calendar management so that you work where you want, when you want to. Whether its long term or daily supply jobs, Teaching Assistant or Primary Teaching. we’ve got roles available. On top of that, save time with one-click timesheets and hassle-free registration from home. We’re an EdTech platform with a friendly team to support you and deliver the best candidates to our Opogo schools. Join the Opogo team!
Opogo Ltd is accredited by the REC and in accordance with KCSIE 2023 guidelines, any offers of employment are subject to our strict vetting, safeguarding and reference procedures.
Opogo is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. If you require any accommodations during the application process, please let us know