Teaching Assistant

Key Skills

Supporting pupils' learning in individual, small group, and whole-class settings

Building positive relationships with children, staff, and parents

Promoting children's emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Patience, empathy, and understanding of diverse learning needs

Ability to follow teacher planning and adapt activities where required

Good organisation and time-management skills

Safeguarding awareness and commitment to child protection

Supporting pupils with SEND, EAL, or additional learning needs

ICT skills to support learning and administrative tasks

Relevant Experience

Assisting teachers with classroom activities and lesson delivery

Supporting pupils with literacy, numeracy, and social development

Working with children on a one-to-one basis and in small groups

Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement in learning

Observing and recording pupil progress

Preparing classroom resources and maintaining a safe learning environment

Supporting educational visits, enrichment activities, and break-time supervision

Collaborating with teaching staff and external professionals to meet pupil needs