Have you ever wanted to work in a classroom environment but not known where to start?

Randstad are looking for a teaching assistant to provide cover on a flexible basis for a network of schools in Blackburn and the surrounding areas. This is your opportunity to work within a number of schools on a cover basis, and have a great impact on the early academic stage of these children's lives.

As Classroom Support you will be generally working 1:1 or with a small group, so traits of empathy, positivity and encouragement is necessary. With Randstad, you will join an established team, have the valued support of your own consultant and be able to control where and when you work with our new phone App.

Benefits

A brilliant way to start or advance your career
Tailor your own working days to support your personal commitments
Opportunity to work in a variety
Competitive rates of pay
A dedicated personal consultant to work with and support you throughout
Great potential for long-term placements if desired
24/7 on-call service
Discounts

Job Responsibilities

Supporting children, often on a 1:1 basis or in small groups
Behaviour management where necessary
Helping children to understand their work
Engaging children in their development through feedback
Provide a safe environment for both staff and children

What are we looking for?

12 months prior experience working in an environment with children
Behaviour management skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
An enthusiastic and motivated outlook to inspire
Experience working on a 1:1 basis with children desired
Experience working with children with SEN (desired but not necessary)
Up to date DBS check (we can provide if not obtainable)

Necessary Qualifications

Level 2 or 3 in Teaching and Learning Support (or equivalent) desired, however all applications will be read and considered

WHAT NEXT?

We are proud to support a diverse portfolio of schools across Lancashire, so even if this job or location is not suitable, we would still like to hear from you regarding your relevant experience, as we may have other roles available in schools, temporary or permanent, short-or long-term, full or part-time, which may be a better match.

If your application is deemed suitable for this position a telephone interview will be offered in the first instance, to observe current social distancing measures. We will also guide you through online submission of your documents via our secure portal. All candidates will be required to undergo child protection and UK eligibility checks, and be subject to an enhanced DBS check. Randstad Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and require all applicants to share this commitment.

For further information or to apply for this job, please contact National Accounts as soon as possible alternatively, please call/text 07581 382539 or email a copy of your CV to
nationalaccounts@randstadeducation.co.uk