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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, enhanced DBS check and thorough reference checks. 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’re looking for a patient, supportive Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school on a supply basis. This role is for 27.5 hours per week and can be offered in one of two ways, depending on the candidate’s experience and strengths.
You’ll either be supporting a KS2 class with small-group interventions and general class support for pupils with SEN, or working 1:1 with a non-verbal pupil in Year 1 who has significant additional needs. The school is looking for someone who can build positive relationships, remain calm under pressure, and provide consistent, nurturing support.
Key Responsibilities
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Supporting pupils with special educational needs in either KS2 or Year 1
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Delivering small-group interventions or 1:1 support as directed by the class teacher
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Helping pupils to engage in learning and follow classroom routines
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Encouraging communication, confidence, and independence
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Supporting behaviour regulation and emotional wellbeing
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Working closely with teaching staff to provide consistent, high-quality support
Entry Requirements
Experience supporting children with SEN in a school setting
A calm, patient, and proactive approach
Ability to work well as part of a team
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Relevant TA qualification
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