Teaching Assistant

Job Description

Teaching Assistant | Full Time Opportunity (08:30 - 15:30) | Primary School just outside of Cheltenham

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Are you a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in a supportive primary school? We are seeking a committed individual to join a welcoming school just outside of Cheltenham, that is passionate about providing children with a wide range of opportunities, experiences, and enriching activities that help them achieve their full potential.

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This inclusive and nurturing school believes that every child thrives when they are encouraged to explore new experiences, develop their individual strengths, and work collaboratively with others. Staff and pupils share a strong commitment to teamwork, creating a positive learning environment where everyone works together to succeed. Through a broad and engaging curriculum, children are encouraged to develop confidence, resilience, and a lifelong love of learning.

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The Role

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• Full-time, term-time only position working 08:30 - 15:30
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• Term 2 start, with potential for extension into Term 3
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• Supporting teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons across the primary age range
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• Working with individual pupils and small groups to support learning and progress
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• Encouraging children to participate in a wide variety of educational, creative, and extracurricular opportunities
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• Supporting pupils' social, emotional, and academic development
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• Helping to create a positive, safe, and stimulating learning environment
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• Building strong relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
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• Contributing to the school's collaborative and supportive culture
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Requirements

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• Previous experience working with children in a school or educational setting is desirable
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• A patient, caring, and positive approach to supporting young learners
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• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
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• Commitment to helping all children reach their potential
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• A proactive and flexible attitude
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• Passion for supporting children's learning, wellbeing, and development
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• Ability to build positive relationships and encourage pupil confidence and engagement
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What's on Offer

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• Full-time, term-time role with consistent working hours
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• Opportunity to work in a welcoming and supportive primary school
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• Dedicated leadership team and experienced staff committed to pupil success
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• A school culture built on collaboration, teamwork, and shared achievement
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• Opportunities for professional development and growth
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• The chance to support children as they access a broad range of enriching experiences and learning opportunities
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This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate Teaching Assistant to join a school where pupils are encouraged to embrace new experiences, develop their talents, and work together to achieve success. If you are committed to helping children thrive both in and out of the classroom, we would love to hear from you.

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Benefits of Working with Monarch Education:

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• leading provider, Government Commercial Agencies
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• opportunity to enhance your CPD portfolio through our Affinity Academy
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• free Safeguarding training
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• refer a friend scheme - £200 bonus (you can make unlimited referrals)
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• online portal to manage your pay and timesheets
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To learn more about us and what makes Monarch one of the leading education recruitment providers nationwide - please visit our website - About Us - Monarch (monarcheducation.co.uk)

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Important Information:

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• All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled up holiday pay.
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• Equal Opportunities - Monarch
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• Affinity Workforce Solutions and Monarch Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people and expects all its temporary workers to share these commitments. As this role involves working with children on a daily basis, regulated activity is that any successful applicant's applications will, accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to 2 employment references, an enhanced DBS check and a right to work in the UK check.
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This vacancy is based in the United Kingdom. Monarch Education operate in the UK and can only process applications from candidates who are currently UK residents and eligible to work in the UK. Whilst we will endeavour to contact you following your response, due to the high volume of applications we regret that this cannot always be possible. If you have not had notification from us within 30 days, please take your application as not being successful this time but we will keep your details on file for future opportunities.