Job Description
Summary:
Teaching Assistant - Wrap-Around Care Infant & Junior Division. Join a school committed to excellence and student well-being.
About the School:
A school with a long-standing reputation for academic and personal development, offering a nurturing environment where students thrive from early years through to adulthood.
The Opportunity:
We are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support the Wrap-Around Care program in the Infant & Junior Division. This role involves working five days a week during term-time with the potential for additional hours during school holidays. The successful candidate will play a key role in providing high-quality care and support to young children in a dynamic and supportive school environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the delivery of wrap-around care services for infants and junior students.
- Assist in the supervision and engagement of children during care hours.
- Collaborate with teaching staff to ensure a consistent and positive learning experience.
- Maintain a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment for all children.
- Promote the school’s values and ethos through daily interactions.
- Support the development of children’s social, emotional, and academic skills.
- Participate in the planning and delivery of structured activities and play-based learning.
- Ensure the smooth operation of the care program during term and holiday periods.
Qualifications & Skills:
Required
- Experience working with young children in an educational or care setting.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to child safety and welfare.
- Ability to work as part of a team and take initiative when needed.
- Flexibility to work five days a week during term-time with potential for additional hours.
Preferred
- Previous experience in a school or early years setting.
- Knowledge of child development and early years education.
- Experience with wrap-around care or after-school programs.
- First aid or childcare qualifications.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Supportive and inclusive working environment.
- Flexible working arrangements during term and holiday periods.