Nursery & Teaching Assistants

Teacher support ...

Salford Supply Desk also specialises in providing Teaching Assistants and Nursery Nurses. They support teachers with their everyday work in the classroom, so they can concentrate on teaching.

Endless capabilities ...

A teaching assistant's exact duties vary depending on the school and the age of the children, but would typically, include:

Preparation

• arranging the classroom ready for lessons

Helping

• listening to children read, reading to them, or telling them stories
• aiding children who need extra support to complete tasks
• playing educational games with children
• encouraging younger children to learn through play

Supervising

• managing art and craft activities and displaying work
• caring for children who are upset or have had accidents
• assisting with outings and sports events

Administrative

• carrying out routine administrative tasks.

Remedial

• assistants may also support children with particular individual needs, working one-to-one or in small groups.

NURSERY NURSES

Invaluable versatility ...

Expected day-to-day tasks would include:

Planning and Supervising

• activities such as arts and crafts, music and cooking

Helping and Assisting

• learning of number skills, e.g. counting games
• reading stories and providing activities to develop language skills
• learning skills such as dressing and using cutlery
• managing children on outings

Observing and Reporting

• observing children and writing reports on their progress
• reporting any concerns
• liaising closely with parents and giving them information on their child's development
• recognising and being aware of health and safety to ensure children are safe at all times

We welcome answering any questions you may have regarding our service to Primary schools.

Downloads

Application to register as a supply teacher or assistant
(Download DOC file)

Timesheet
(Download DOC file)