Teaching Assistant

Are you an energetic and devoted teaching assistant specialising in the Northumberland?At Ripple Education, we are an Education Supply Agency providing high-quality supply teachers and support staff to the schools we serve in the North East.We're currently looking for dedicated Teaching Assistants across Northumberland to join our team of educators.We are hiring for multiple roles, both full time and part time.If you possess a strong passion for education, the ability to uphold high teaching and learning standards, and the skills to foster trusting relationships, while contributing to an enjoyable and meaningful learning process, we invite you to explore your options with the Ripple Education community.Ripple Education provides opportunities for skills development, personalised support and training, making you a valued and respected member of our community.Our Senior Leadership Team is comprised of experienced teachers who are here to support you in your new role every step of the way.At Ripple Education we work together to make positive contributions to children's achievements and a school's success.Explore our ethos further on our website, our ethos aligns with your values, we eagerly await your application.Person SpecificationMinimum Essential RequirementsRight to work in the UKMinimum of 2 referencesEnhanced DBS clearanceExperience/QualificationsMinimum Level 2 Teaching Assistant / Level 6 Qualification - DegreeExperience working in a primary schoolDuties and ResponsibilitiesTo provide a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for childrenSupport the school staff to facilitate the active participation of children in the academic and social activities of a schoolContribute to raising standards of achievement for all pupils.To implement the daily routineWhen directed, plan and implement age-appropriate activities, in conjunction with other staffAssisting children in personal/intimate careRegularly evaluate children's development and keep records as appropriate, as directed by the teacherLiaise with parents/carers of children, only when directed by a school's class teacherUphold the Ripple Education ethos and all safeguarding requirements, including ensuring that children are supervised at all times.To ensure the provision of a high-quality environment to meet the needs of individual children at each stage of developmentWork Related CircumstancesAbility to work flexiblyParticipate in trainingA commitment to ensuring a safe environment for children, a thorough knowledge and understanding of safeguarding proceduresRipple Education BenefitsStaff social eventsEmployee mentoring programmeFinancial planning servicesFlexitimePensionHoliday PayHow To ApplyOption 1: Send us your CV for review. Once our team has reviewed your CV, we will send you an application form to complete and return.Option 2: Send us an Application Form directly.Follow this link to apply directly.As part of our commitment to safer recruitment, we require an application form prior to interview.Ripple Education is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. Candidates must fully engage with our rigorous recruitment process before consideration for any placement or assignment.We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, expecting our staff to share this commitment.Together, let's create ripples of knowledge, inspiration, and success.