Year 1 Class Teaching Assistant - Bristol, City Of Primary

3rd November start
Full Time
Posted 23 days ago
Expiring 24th July
Bristol, City of, Bristol
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Summary: A vibrant and inclusive primary school committed to fostering a nurturing environment that celebrates diversity and encourages lifelong learning, is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Primary Teaching Assistant to support their Year 1 class. This role aligns with the school's ethos of providing personalised, holistic education that develops well-rounded individuals. The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff to ensure every child receives the support they need to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. The position is full-time and offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a school community that values respect, collaboration, and a growth mindset. The role is scheduled to commence at the start of the new term and will be long term ongoing. Key Responsibilities: - Provide individualised support to pupils, particularly those with additional learning needs, ensuring their inclusion and participation within the classroom environment. - Assist the class teacher with planning, preparing, and delivering classroom activities that reflect the school's commitment to personalised learning and holistic development. - Support behaviour management strategies that promote a positive, respectful, and safe learning atmosphere in line with the school's values. - Supervise pupils during break times, lunchtimes, and other non-teaching periods, fostering a sense of community and well-being. - Support the assessment and tracking of pupil progress, contributing to the creation of tailored learning plans. - Work closely with teaching staff to adapt resources and activities to meet the diverse needs of learners. - Promote pupils’ social, emotional, and behavioural development, encouraging independence and confidence. - Uphold the school's ethos of respect, kindness, and inclusion in all interactions with pupils, staff, and families. - Participate in school meetings, training sessions, and other professional development activities to support continuous improvement and shared best practice. Why Join Zen Educate? At Zen Educate, we understand the importance of work-life balance for teachers and teaching assistants. Whether you are looking for better pay, more flexibility in your schedule, or hands-on support to help you find the right role, we are here to support you every step of the way. Join our platform today and let us help you take the next step in your career.
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Driven by a powerful ethos which aspires to treat everyone inclusively and recognises the importance of a holistic approach to education. As well as continuing to build a strong school and deliver a first-class education, it is also our desire to build a strong community, recognising that educational needs do not exist in isolation from the needs of the whole person. We recognise the importance of the whole community in educating our children. Support goes beyond the classroom and beyond the academy gate. Parents, carers, families and other members of the community are invited to be involved in the life of our academy.

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    Posted 5 months ago

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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.

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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.