Teaching Assistant | Full Time Opportunity (08:30 – 15:30) | Infant School in Cheltenham
Are you a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Teaching Assistant looking to make a positive impact in a nurturing infant school environment? We are seeking a committed Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school where children are encouraged to develop curiosity, determination, kindness, and a genuine appreciation for celebrating the achievements of others.
This inclusive and child-centred infant school places a strong emphasis on wellbeing, recognising that happy, supported children are best placed to learn and thrive. Wellbeing is woven throughout the curriculum, helping pupils develop emotional resilience, positive relationships, and confidence alongside their academic learning.
The Role
- Full-time, term-time only position working 08:30 – 15:30
- Term 2 start, with potential for extension into term 3
- Supporting children’s communication, literacy, numeracy, and social development
- Assisting with indoor and outdoor learning opportunities that encourage curiosity and exploration
- Providing targeted support to individual pupils and small groups where required
- Helping children build confidence, kindness, and respect for others
- Creating a safe and nurturing learning environment where every child can flourish
- Celebrating children’s achievements and encouraging them to recognise and celebrate the success of their peers
Requirements
- Previous experience working with children within a school, nursery, or educational setting is desirable
- A patient, caring, and nurturing approach to supporting young learners
- A good understanding of the importance of children’s wellbeing and emotional development
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to engage and motivate children through creative and interactive learning experiences
- Strong teamwork skills and the ability to work collaboratively with teaching staff
- A genuine passion for supporting children’s learning, development, and wellbeing
- Commitment to creating an inclusive environment where every child feels supported
- Ability to build positive relationships and inspire confidence in young children
- A proactive and positive attitude towards helping all pupils achieve their potential
What’s on Offer
- Full-time, term-time role with consistent working hours
- The opportunity to work within a caring and supportive infant school community
- A school culture that prioritises children’s wellbeing, mental health, and personal development
- A welcoming and inclusive environment where staff wellbeing is also valued
- Supportive colleagues and leadership team dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for children
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- The chance to work with enthusiastic, kind, and inquisitive pupils
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference during an important stage of children’s education and development
This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a school where curiosity, determination, kindness, and celebrating others are at the heart of everyday life. If you are passionate about supporting children’s learning, wellbeing, and personal growth, we would love to hear from you.
Benefits of Working with Monarch Education:
- leading provider, Government Commercial Agencies
- opportunity to enhance your CPD portfolio through our Affinity Academy
- free Safeguarding training
- refer a friend scheme – £200 bonus (you can make unlimited referrals)
- online portal to manage your pay and timesheets
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)
Important Information:
- All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled up holiday pay.
- Equal Opportunities – Monarch
- 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.
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.
