**Teaching Assistant – Key Stage 1 (KS1) – Primary School in Preston Town Centre** **Job Description:** Are you passionate about contributing to the educational growth of young minds? Do you possess the patience, communication skills, and positive demeanor essential for cultivating a nurturing learning environment for children in Key Stage 1? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant primary school located in the heart of Preston town centre. As a Teaching Assistant in our school, you will work closely with our Key Stage 1 teaching team to support the delivery of our curriculum and the educational development of our pupils aged between 5 and 7 years. Your role will involve assisting in the preparation of learning materials, contributing to lesson delivery, and supporting individual and small groups of pupils with their learning activities. Your daily responsibilities will extend to monitoring student progress, providing feedback to the class teacher, and actively participating in creating an inclusive and supportive classroom environment. You will also be instrumental in maintaining discipline, promoting positive behaviour, and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all students. Ideally, you will have previously worked with children in an educational setting, and you will be well-versed in the Key Stage 1 curriculum. Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative spirit are paramount, as you will be working with other staff members, parents, and external agencies to support the holistic development of our pupils. With a commitment to continuous professional development, you will have the opportunity to attend training sessions and contribute your own ideas to enhance the school's learning environment. As a Teaching Assistant in our Primary School, you will be embarking on a rewarding career path filled with opportunities to make a significant impact on our young learners' lives during their formative years. If you share our vision for education and believe you have the skills and passion required for this role, we look forward to receiving your application. Join us in shaping the future one child at a time. INDLAN<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Kirsten Ashcroft-Jackson on 01772 540740 | Ext: 3006.<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. 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 />If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.</em><br /><br /><em>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> Kirsten Ashcroft-Jackson&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 01772 540740 | Ext: 3006</strong></strong>