Teaching Assistant – Mainstream Primary School – Purfleet From £100 per day | Full-Time | Long-Term | September Start Axcis are working with a welcoming and community-focused primary school in Purfleet who are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time, long-term basis from September. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys supporting children in a mainstream primary setting and wants to become part of a positive, inclusive school environment. The school has a caring ethos, supportive staff team and a strong focus on helping pupils develop confidence, independence and a love of learning. The role would suit someone who is proactive, patient and confident working with children across the primary age range. You will be supporting pupils in class, helping with small-group learning and encouraging positive engagement throughout the school day. The school is based in Purfleet and is accessible by local transport links, with routes from Thurrock, Rainham, Grays, Dagenham and surrounding areas. About the Role As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher to support pupils with their learning, routines and confidence in the classroom. You may support whole-class activities, small groups and individual pupils who need additional encouragement. You will: • Support pupils across the primary phase within mainstream lessons • Work with small groups to reinforce reading, writing, phonics and maths • Help pupils stay focused, understand instructions and complete tasks • Support classroom routines, transitions and practical learning activities • Encourage positive behaviour, independence and confidence • Assist the class teacher with resources, displays and daily organisation • Help create a calm, inclusive and engaging classroom environment What We’re Looking For • Previous experience working with children in a school, nursery, childcare or youth setting • A positive, patient and proactive approach • Strong communication and teamwork skills • Confidence supporting pupils both academically and socially • Good classroom awareness and willingness to use initiative • Experience supporting phonics, reading or small-group learning would be beneficial • Full-time availability and commitment to a long-term role from September This is an excellent opportunity for a Teaching Assistant looking for a long-term role in a supportive Purfleet primary school. If you are reliable, caring and passionate about helping children make progress, apply today to be considered.<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Max Anastasiou on 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1069.<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> Max Anastasiou&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1069</strong></strong>