Here at Ortus Recruitment we are seeking an enthusiastic person who is looking for a full time, long term rewarding career in education. We are working with a vibrant Mainstream Primary School in the London Borough of Lewisham, Sydenham.

Job Summary:

• Immediate Start, full time, long term (Ongoing throughout the academic year)
• General Teaching Assistant duties
• CPD Courses and Teacher Training Opportunities

Requirements:

• Must have a clear Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the update service or be willing to process one through Ortus Recruitment – £52
• Must have previous experience working alongside children in a care, residential, school or social setting (babysitting, coaching, tutoring)
• Must be passionate about working with children and aiding both their academic and behavioural attainment level
• Must be able to start immediately and commit to full time, long term work

Responsibilities:

• You will be working alongside the class teacher supporting a Year 2 class as a general teaching assistant, helping to manage the classroom behaviour and encourage a positive learning environment
• You may be tasked with administrative duties such as handing out and marking classwork/homework, updating/removing display boards and laminating/photocopying worksheets
• You may be tasked with working 1:1 and in small groups with pupils who need additional support in core subjects
• You will need to liaise with the class teachers and parents/carers to provide feedback on pupil progress  

Benefits of working through Ortus Recruitment:

• Excellent rates of pay – PAYE, No hidden agency/umbrella company fees
• Referral bonus for candidates – £100
• Career progression, CPD courses, Teacher training opportunities