Graduate Year 6 Teaching Assistant

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£500-£560 per week

Graduate Year 6 Teaching Assistant

Formby, Liverpool, L37 | £500-£560 per week | Full-time | Immediate Start

Are you a graduate looking to gain valuable classroom experience and take your first step towards a career in education?

We are currently working with a welcoming and high-achieving primary school in the Formby/L37 area of Liverpool, who are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic graduate Year 6 Teaching Assistant to join their team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a graduate who wants to gain hands-on experience working with pupils in their final year of primary school and develop their understanding of the transition into secondary education.

The Role

Working within a Year 6 classroom, you will support pupils with their learning and development while working closely alongside the class teacher.

Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting pupils across the Year 6 curriculum
Providing 1:1 and small-group support where required
Supporting pupils with preparation for SATs and end-of-year assessments
Delivering targeted learning activities and interventions
Helping pupils develop confidence and independence
Supporting classroom behaviour and engagement
Assisting the class teacher with day-to-day classroom activities
Building positive relationships with pupils and encouraging their progress
Supporting pupils with the transition from primary to secondary school

The Ideal Candidate

We are keen to hear from graduates who are passionate about working with children and interested in developing a career within education.

Graduates from subjects including Education, Psychology, Sociology, English, Maths, Childcare, Health & Social Care and other related disciplines are encouraged to apply.

Previous experience working with children is desirable, whether through: