Reception Class Teaching Assistant - Hillingdon Primary

22nd September start
Full Time
Posted about 2 months ago
Expiring 17th July
Hillingdon, London
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A wonderful welcoming Primary School in Hillingdon is looking for a strong TA to support in their Reception class. This full-time position runs for the duration of the academic year (starting in September), offering a rewarding opportunity to contribute to a school that upholds high standards of care, respect, and educational excellence. Key Responsibilities: - Provide one-to-one and small group support within the Reception class to meet the individual needs of pupils, promoting their learning and well-being in line with the school's inclusive ethos. - Assist the class teacher in implementing differentiated lesson plans and activities that cater to diverse learning styles, ensuring all children are engaged and supported. - Support the development of children's social and emotional skills by fostering positive behaviour and encouraging respectful interactions. - Help create a safe and stimulating classroom environment that reflects the school's values of kindness, respect, and perseverance. - Support the preparation and organisation of learning resources and classroom activities to facilitate smooth daily routines. - Monitor and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teachers to inform future planning. - Promote positive behaviour management strategies, supporting children to develop independence and confidence. - Maintain clear communication with colleagues, parents, and carers to support pupil well-being and progress. - Uphold the school's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children at all times.
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A warm welcome to our primary school’s website. I am very proud to serve as Head of this wonderful school and have the privilege of working with a dedicated and talented team of staff, hardworking and engaging pupils, and supportive parents. Our five core values—Kindness and Respect, Resilience, Curiosity and Readiness to Learn, Cooperation, and Aspiration—are central to our daily life and underpin everything we do. Located in a suburban area with spacious, leafy grounds, we are a happy, busy three-form entry primary school. We converted to Academy status in 2017 and are part of a collaborative learning partnership. We work alongside other local primary and secondary schools to ensure the highest standards of education and achievement for all pupils. Our motto, ‘Together, achieving our very best,’ reflects our commitment to community, collaboration, and aspiration. We hope our website provides a helpful introduction to life at our school. We are very proud of what we offer and would love to show prospective staff around. Please do not hesitate to get in touch if you would like to arrange a visit.

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Vetting

What documents will I need to provide?

We'll need evidence of your identity, right to work and teaching qualifaction. In addition, we'll need an enhanced DBS certificate and references from two recent previous employers.

Can you apply for a DBS for me?

Yes. If you need a DBS or your DBS needs updating we can apply for one fore you. The cost of a DBS is £47.20 which we will reimburse once you have worked 10 days through Zen.

I don't have my documents right now. Can I still sign up?

Yes! You can sign up now and let us know what work you're looking for. You can return at any time to finish your profile and start getting bookings.

I don't have recent references, can I still sign up?

You can definitely still sign up! Once you've uploaded your CV, we'll be able to look at your experience, and help you figure out who would be best placed to act as your referees.

Roles

What roles do you cover?

We help Teachers, Teaching Assistants, and Cover Supervisors find work. We work with all types of schools and help with short-term, long-term and permanent roles. Many of our long-term roles convert to permanent roles. We make it far easier than a traditional agency for teachers to convert temporary positions into permanent ones.

What areas do you cover?

We work with over 400 schools in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds.

How much work is there?

Generally speaking, we have consistently high demand for daily supply teachers in Greater London, Manchester Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds. Teaching assistant work is generally higher for long-term roles rather than daily supply cover.

Do you have primary, secondary or nursery jobs?

Yes. We can help with daily supply and long-term jobs in nurseries, primary schools and secondary schools. We don't typically have jobs in further education or college.

Do you have work for cover supervisors, invigilators, or school administrators?

While the majority of our work is for teachers and teaching assistants, we do also have work for cover supervisors and invigilators. Explain what you are looking for when you sign up and our team will help you.

What subjects do you cover?

We cover all subjects taught in primary and secondary schools - if you're not sure if we can help you with what you're looking for, please register and arrange to speak to a member of our Teacher Success team.

Do you do school admin jobs?

If you're looking for teaching or teaching assistant roles, and would also be interested in admin roles, it's worth letting us know. If you're only looking for admin roles, we might not be the place for you, as this isn't what we specialise in.

General

How is Zen different from a recruitment agency?

Zen Educate is a technology platform to connect teachers with schools directly. Agencies are an expensive middleman between schools and teachers. They have to charge high commissions because their booking procedures are largely manual and run on outdated systems. Because we run more of the process online or on your phone, we create an experience that delights schools and teachers at a fraction of the cost.

What roles do you cover?

Start a conversation on chat or email support@zeneducate.com and our friendly team will get back to you shortly.