Drama Graduate - Teaching Assistant in Ashford, Kent

Drama Graduate | Teaching Assistant | Ashford & Surrounding Areas

Immediate Start Available

£92.56-£100 per day

Are you a Drama graduate looking to put your creativity, confidence and communication skills to good use in a rewarding role working with children and young people?

We are recruiting for Teaching Assistants across Ashford and the surrounding areas, with opportunities to work in a range of mainstream and specialist school settings.

This is a fantastic opportunity for Drama graduates who are passionate about working with young people and interested in developing a career in education. Your background in performance, expression and communication could be particularly valuable when helping pupils engage with lessons, build confidence and develop their social skills.

We're looking for someone who is enthusiastic, approachable and creative, with the confidence to bring energy and personality into the classroom. Previous school experience is beneficial but not essential, as full support and guidance will be provided.

We also have opportunities for flexible, day-to-day supply work, so you can build experience in the classroom while keeping some flexibility around auditions, rehearsals and other performing commitments.

The role will involve:

• Supporting teachers with the delivery of engaging classroom activities
• Providing one-to-one and small-group support to pupils
• Encouraging participation, creativity and confidence
• Helping pupils with their learning and personal development
• Building positive relationships with children and young people
• Supporting classroom behaviour and maintaining a positive learning environment

We're looking for someone who:

• Has a degree in Drama, Performing Arts or a related subject
• Is available 08:15-15:15
• Is creative, patient, reliable and proactive
• Has confident communication and interpersonal skills
• Can build positive relationships with children and young people
• Is enthusiastic about pursuing a career in education
• Has previous experience working with children, or in a care, support or youth work setting (desirable)
• Has a child-workforce DBS on the Update Service (desirable)

Why apply through Tradewind?

• £92.56-£100 per day, pay based on experience
• Immediate start opportunities
• Opportunities across Ashford and surrounding areas
• DBS application fee refunded after 20 days of completed work
• Ongoing support from your dedicated Tradewind consultant
• Valuable classroom experience across different school settings
• An opportunity to develop your skills and explore a future career in teaching

If you're a Drama graduate looking for a rewarding opportunity to gain classroom experience and put your creativity to good use, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today or send your CV to (url removed).

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