Job Title: Primary Teaching Assistant Job Location: Chorley, Lancashire Contract: Full-Time About us: Axcis Education is dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating learning environment for children. We believe in the potential of every student and strive to offer an education that inspires and challenges. Our team is composed of passionate educators who are committed to making a difference in the lives of students. Job Description: We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant to join our team. This role involves working alongside teachers to create a supportive and productive classroom environment that fosters learning and development for all pupils. Key Responsibilities: - Assist the teacher in planning, delivering, and evaluating class activities. - Support individual students and small groups with their learning, under the direction of the teacher. - Prepare classroom resources and set up learning environments as needed. - Monitor students’ progress and provide feedback to the teacher. - Help manage classroom behavior and encourage student engagement. - Maintain a safe and tidy classroom environment. - Participate in school events and staff meetings as required. - Liaise with parents and guardians under the teacher’s direction. - Perform other duties as assigned to support the educational objectives of the school. Qualifications and Skills: - NVQ Level 2 or 3 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualification is desirable. - Experience working with primary school children. - Understanding of the national curriculum and safeguarding practices. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and students. - Patience, creativity, and a passion for education. - Flexibility and adaptability to meet the diverse needs of students. - Commitment to personal development and a willingness to undertake further training. Axcis Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are an equal opportunities employer. INDLAN<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Sara Rodrigues on 01772 540 740 | Ext: 3025.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<br /><br />As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Sara Rodrigues&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 01772 540 740 | Ext: 3025</strong></strong>