EdStaff
Teaching Assistant
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Company Description
Edstaff is a leading education recruitment agency that supplies high-quality teaching and administration staff to schools, colleges, and nurseries across the North West. The organisation has built a strong reputation for quality, expertise, experience, and deep local knowledge of education communities. Edstaff offers permanent and temporary placements, supply teacher services, and both long-term and short-term contracts to meet diverse staffing needs. With transparent, cost-effective fees and responsive support, Edstaff aims to create the best match between education providers and professionals.
Role Description
This is a temporary, on-site Teaching Assistant role based in Warrington. The Teaching Assistant will support classroom teachers in delivering lessons, helping learners with classwork and homework, and reinforcing understanding in core subjects such as mathematics and literacy. Daily tasks include:
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- Preparing learning materials
- Assisting with small group and one-to-one support
- Helping to maintain an organised, inclusive, and safe classroom environment
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The role involves:
- Supervising learners during lessons and breaks
- Supporting behaviour management in line with school policies
- Contributing to the overall educational and social development of children
The Teaching Assistant will collaborate closely with teachers and other staff, communicate effectively with learners, and follow safeguarding and school procedures.
Qualifications
- Candidates should possess strong Assistant Teaching skills, including classroom support, small-group instruction, and one-to-one learner assistance.
- Candidates should possess effective Communication skills for interacting with learners, teachers, and school staff in a clear, respectful, and professional manner.
- Candidates should possess a solid foundation in Education, with an understanding of classroom routines, learning objectives, and age-appropriate teaching strategies.
- Candidates should possess confidence in Mathematics to support learners with basic numeracy and curriculum-related tasks.
- Candidates should possess experience working with children, demonstrating patience, empathy, and a commitment to learner wellbeing and safeguarding.
- Relevant qualifications such as a teaching assistant certificate, childcare or education-related training, or equivalent experience are beneficial.
- Knowledge of UK school policies, safeguarding procedures, and special educational needs (SEN) support is an advantage.
- Ability to follow guidance from teaching staff, work collaboratively within a team, and adapt to different classroom environments is desirable.
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