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About System People Education Supply
System People Education are the fastest growing education recruitment and teaching supply agency who have been finding work for local Teachers and TA’s since June 2012. We were the first teaching agency with offices in Cumbria and have grown organically, mainly from kind referrals from local teachers who have found work through us. We ‘meet’ with you to plan in an individual way and our experienced Education team will use this information to offer work – we all have local knowledge and value our relationships with candidates and schools.
We help hundreds of Education professionals in Cumbria find suitable work in many schools which includes day to day and long-term opportunities and we are always looking for new candidates to join our register to meet the ever-growing need for high quality supply cover.
Registering with System People Education is easy, supportive and rewarding. You will receive excellent customer service from us, a friendly, local approach with consultants who genuinely care about providing our candidates with the right work and fair pay.
We welcome applications from individuals who are enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of young learners and who are eager to contribute positively.
System People are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and as a result all new candidates will be subject to a full registration including Right to Work, enhanced DBS with a check of the children’s barred list and thorough reference checks.
In accordance with the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006, it is a criminal offence for individuals barred from working with children to apply for this position.
Please note, we are not able to provide sponsorship.
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Flexible Work That Fits Your Schedule
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Friendly Local Team and Ongoing Support
You’ll have dedicated consultants based in Cumbria who understands local schools and is on hand to offer guidance, advice, and regular check-ins
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Access to Great Schools and Opportunities
We work with a wide range of primary schools, secondary schools, and further education colleges across Cumbria, giving you varied experience and the chance to find a placement that suits your skills.
About the role
We are seeking a caring and committed 1:1 Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated support to an individual pupil on a part-time, mornings-only basis, starting as soon as possible until Easter, with the possibility of extension.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a child’s school experience. Working closely with the class teacher and wider staff team, you will provide consistent, tailored support to help the pupil access learning, build confidence and feel secure within the classroom environment.
We are looking for someone patient, attentive and reliable, who understands the importance of building positive relationships and offering calm, structured support.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide dedicated 1:1 support during morning sessions
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Adapt tasks and activities to meet the pupil’s individual needs
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Support the pupil’s engagement in lessons and classroom routines
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Encourage independence while offering appropriate guidance
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Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
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Liaise with the class teacher and SENCO regarding progress and support strategies
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Assist with monitoring and recording progress where required
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Uphold safeguarding and school policies at all times
Entry Requirements
Experience working with children in a school setting
Understanding of supporting pupils with additional needs (desirable)
Patient, calm and nurturing approach
Ability to build trusting relationships with pupils
Good communication and teamwork skills
Reliable and committed to maintaining consistency for the pupil
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
If you are passionate about providing personalised support and helping a child thrive, we would be pleased to hear from you.
System People Education Supply
English Gate Plaza
Cumbria
CA1 1RP
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Our friendly team is happy to answer any questions you have about this role, the apprenticeship programme, or the recruitment process. Simply fill out the form and we’ll be in touch.
System People Ltd
English Gate Plaza
Botchergate
CA1 1RP