Teaching Assistant Trainee
St. Marys CE, Tunstall, Stoke-on-Trent
03.2026 - Current
- Supporting the class teacher in delivering lessons and classroom activities
- Facilitated small group sessions for guided reading, maths, and P.E., enhancing individual understanding and engagement.
- Assisting pupils with reading, phonics, handwriting, english and maths
- Encouraged pupil participation and helped to maintain engagement during lessons
- Supported individuals with SEND needs during assesments and acting as a source of encouragement for the individual
- Supported children to complete tasks independently whilst offering guidance when needed
- Helped to manage classroom behaviour using positive reinforcement
- Reviewed and marked mock exam papers
- Monitored pupils' progress and communicated insights to the class teacher to support instructional strategies.
- Assisting with classroom routines, transitions whilst maintaining positive learning behaviour
- Supervised children during break time and helped to set up playground activities
- Built positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents/carers