Nursery early years practitioner

22nd May start
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Expiring 1st January
Wandsworth, London
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    Primary school in Barking and DagenhamFull Time
    22 Apr - Jul 19
    SEN TA Role - Primary Teaching Assistant About the Role: We are currently seeking a dedicated and passionate Primary Teaching Assistant to join our team at a primary school located in Barking and Dagenham. As a Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant, you will be responsible for providing support to students with additional needs, helping them to access the curriculum and achieve their full potential. This is a full-time position, requiring your availability during school hours. Requirements: - Relevant qualifications in Teaching Assistant or Special Education Needs - Experience working with children with additional needs, particularly within a primary school setting - Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, teachers, and parents - Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development - The ability to work effectively as part of a team and follow instructions from teaching staff - A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children Benefits of Zen Educate: At Zen Educate, we understand the importance of work-life balance for teachers and teaching assistants. We offer flexible working options that allow you to choose when and where you work, giving you more control over your schedule. Additionally, we provide better pay rates than traditional teaching agencies, ensuring that your hard work and dedication are rewarded accordingly. Our on-hand support team is also here to assist you in finding the right role, providing guidance and advice throughout your job search. Join Zen Educate today and experience the benefits of a supportive and empowering work environment.
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  • SEN teacher- 6 months Maternity Cover
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  • Reception SEN TA - Starting after Easter
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  • Behaviour Mentor // Secondary School
    SEN School school in BrentFull Time
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    A small school is looking for a teaching assistant to work with a lovely 18 year old student who is low on confidence and needs a positive role model to support his social and academic development. The pupil, is into their fitness, likes computers and is talkative. Their behaviour can be challenging so having someone who can demonstrate positive behaviour effectively and instil self-belief in others would be beneficial. ABOUT THE ROLE: - Full-time position as a Sen-school Teaching Assistant - Working closely with an 18-year-old student to support their social and academic development - Providing positive role modelling and instilling self-belief in the student - Assisting with fitness activities, computer work, and engaging in conversation with the student - Managing challenging behaviours and promoting positive behaviour effectively REQUIREMENTS: - Previous experience working with students with special educational needs - Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with students - Patience, resilience, and a positive attitude - Relevant qualifications in education or special educational needs **Zen Educate offers a unique approach to supporting teachers and teaching assistants. With a focus on work-life balance, we strive to find the right role for you that suits your needs. Our hands-on support ensures that you are well-equipped to make a positive impact in the classroom. Join Zen Educate today and experience the benefits of better pay, work-life balance, and ongoing support in your teaching career.**
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    Primary school in BarnetFull Time
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  • Junior SEN teaching assistant
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    15 Apr - Jul 19
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    Posted 1 day ago
  • Year 1 SEN TA
    Primary school in HounslowFull Time
    15 Apr - Jul 19
    Primary Teaching Assistant (SEN TA Year 1) About the Role: We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Primary Teaching Assistant to join our team at a primary school located in Hounslow. As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will be working closely with the Year 1 class, providing support to students with Special Educational Needs (SEN). This is a full-time position with immediate availability required. Requirements: - Hold a relevant qualification in Education or Teaching Assistance - Be experience teaching/supporting with phonics - Possess previous experience working with children, preferably within a primary school setting - Have a good understanding of different learning styles and strategies to support students with SEN - Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Be patient, flexible, and able to adapt to the individual needs of students Benefits of Zen Educate for Teachers and Teaching Assistants: At Zen Educate, we understand the importance of work-life balance, and we strive to provide our teachers and teaching assistants with fulfilling roles that fit their lifestyle. Joining our platform offers the following benefits: - Work-life balance: We offer flexible working options, allowing you to choose the days and hours that suit you best. - Better pay: We believe in fair pay for all education professionals. By cutting out agency fees, we can offer higher rates of pay to our teachers and teaching assistants. - On-hand support: Our team is dedicated to helping you find the right role. We provide ongoing support and guidance throughout the application process and beyond, ensuring a smooth and successful transition into your new position. If you are a passionate and dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role within a primary school in Hounslow, apply now to join the Zen Educate community. We look forward to helping you find the perfect fit for your career in education.
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    Posted 1 day ago
  • Reception Teacher - Friday's only
    Primary school in HillingdonPart Time
    15 Apr - Jul 19
    Role: Primary Teacher (Part Time) An infant school in Hillingdon are seeking a Reception teacher to work every Friday until the end of the academic year. The right Teacher will have good early years experience and good behaviour management. The morning is usually quite structured with PE, handwriting, and library and then the afternoon is early years based learning. You would have a TA until 2:00pm, however, from 2-3 the TA is getting prepped for the following week. The class teacher works Monday-Thursday. For the right teacher, there is the potential of also an extra half day each week covering a Year 1 class. About the role: - Teaching Reception class every Friday until the end of the academic year - Structured morning with PE, handwriting, and library - Early years-based learning in the afternoon - Covering Year 1 class for half a day each week (Not essential) Requirements: - Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - Good early years experience - Strong behaviour management skills - Ability to work collaboratively with teaching assistants - Flexibility and adaptability **Zen Educate offers teachers and teaching assistants the opportunity to achieve a better work life balance.** Our platform provides access to a wide range of opportunities, allowing individuals to choose roles that suit their availability and preferences. **We also offer competitive pay rates and provide hands-on support to help teaching staff find the right role.** Join Zen Educate today to take control of your teaching career and find the perfect role for you.
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  • Reception SEN teaching assistant
    Primary school in EalingFull Time
    15 Apr - Jul 19
    The role will entail supporting a child with ASC, who struggles to be regulated and remain in class. He is currently on a reduced timetable but we will be looking to extend that. When not working with that child, there will be opportunities to support similar children and small groups across the school.
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  • Nursery SEN Teaching Assistant - Wonderful Primary School in Lambeth
    Primary school in LambethPart Time
    15 Apr - Jul 19
    Role name: Nursery SEN Teaching Assistant Availability required: Part Time About the role: We are currently seeking a dedicated Nursery Teaching Assistant to join our team at a primary school in Lambeth. As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will be working with high-needs SEN nursery children, providing support and guidance to help them succeed in their learning and development. This part-time role is available from Monday to Wednesday, with the option to work 5 days per week in the mornings if preferred. Requirements: - Previous experience working with SEN children - Strong communication and interpersonal skills - Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and other support staff - Relevant qualifications in education or childcare **At Zen Educate, we are committed to supporting our teaching staff in finding the right role that suits their needs. We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer better pay rates to ensure our teachers and teaching assistants are fairly compensated for their hard work. Our hands-on support system is designed to help you navigate the education sector and find the perfect role for you. Join us today and let us help you take the next step in your career.**
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    Posted 1 day ago
  • Year 5 Teaching Assistant - Wonderful Primary School in Lambeth
    Primary school in LambethFull Time
    15 Apr - Jul 19
    Role: Primary Teaching Assistant We are currently seeking a Full Time Primary Teaching Assistant to join a Year 5 class in Lambeth. This role does not involve high SEN needs but requires the ability to run small group interventions and be comfortable with literacy and numeracy. About the role: - Supporting the class teacher in delivering lessons and activities - Running small group interventions for students who need extra support - Assisting with planning and preparing resources for lessons - Providing individual support to students as needed - Monitoring student progress and behaviour - Collaborating with the class teacher and other teaching staff Requirements: - Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a primary school setting - Strong literacy and numeracy skills - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Ability to work well in a team and independently - Relevant qualifications in education or childcare **Zen Educate offers teaching staff a better work life balance, higher pay rates, and hands-on support in finding the right role.** Join our platform today to start your journey towards a rewarding and fulfilling career in education.
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    Posted 1 day ago
  • Year 2 SEN TA
    Primary school in BexleyFull Time
    15 Apr - Jul 26
    A beautiful school is looking for a TA to support in a year 2 class. There could be some flexibility around the start time. This is a great opportunity for someone to develop their career in a very supportive school
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  • Reception SEN TA | Full Time | Haringey
    Primary school in HaringeyFull Time
    15 Apr - Jul 19
    A lovely school in Haringey are looking for a confident, friendly and positive Reception SEN TA to support a learner 1:1 with Autism. The ideal candidate for this role will have: - Experience supporting learners with ASD. - Be calm, passionate and caring. - Wants to provide the best possible education to learners at this school. This is a full time role, Monday - Friday until the end of the academic year. If this role sounds perfect for you, please express your interest.
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