Description
Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant (TA) (EAL)
Hours of Work: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM, Term Time
Pay: £85-£100 per day
Location: Finchley
Job Type: Part Time, Ongoing
About the school:
Join a vibrant and inclusive school in Finchley, where every child is inspired to flourish, no matter their background or circumstances. Our vision is to provide a nurturing environment that encourages excellence and celebrates diversity. Our classrooms are alive with rich vocabulary, high-quality reading materials, and vibrant displays that inspire curiosity. With strong pastoral support and a team culture built on respect and professionalism, staff here feel supported in managing their workload and well-being. The school fosters a climate that engages, enables, and energizes everyone involved.
We take pride in being an inclusive community, with a focus on boosting language development for students who speak English as an Additional Language (EAL). The school is well-connected, with great public transport links, and offers a welcoming and dynamic learning environment.
About the role:
We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant to work closely with children who require additional support in their English language development. This part-time role involves assisting in small group interventions, leading booster sessions, and working one-on-one with students to help them achieve their full potential. You will collaborate with teachers to create tailored resources and strategies, ensuring every child feels included and supported. The role also includes assisting with classroom activities, monitoring progress, and providing pastoral care to nurture the well-being of every pupil.
Application Requirements:
• Have experience working with children, particularly in a Key Stage 1 setting.
• Be confident supporting students with EAL needs.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be proactive, patient, and adaptable.
• Hold a relevant qualification or equivalent experience in education.
Key Responsibilities:
• Support EAL students in developing English language skills.
• Deliver small group interventions and booster sessions.
• Assist the class teacher in preparing and organizing resources.
• Monitor and report on student progress.
• Provide pastoral support, ensuring the well-being of all pupils.
Perks and Benefits:
You’ll join a welcoming and supportive team in a school that values your professional growth. Benefit from access to high-quality resources, a focus on staff well-being, and opportunities to make a tangible impact in a child’s education. With excellent transport links and a commitment to inclusive education, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills in a rewarding environment
Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.
Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.
We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance
