Job Description

Secondary Teaching Assistant - Knowle, Bristol
Do you want to help students overcome barriers to learning and realise their full potential? We are currently recruiting for proactive, empathetic and passionate Teaching Assistants to work in a mainstream secondary school in South Bristol with a high number of SEND pupils.
This is an incredible opportunity to work in a collaborative team alongside a dedicated Speech and Language specialist, ELSA practitioner and specialist TA's in literacy and numeracy.

• 90 - 125 per day, depending on experience
• Monday - Friday 8.30am to 4pm
• Term time only
• Bristol - BS14. Easily accessible by public transport!

About the Secondary Teaching Assistant role

• Provide extra support to key stage 3 students with special educational needs and those for whom English is an additional language.
• Working under the direction of teaching staff to deliver and adapt learning activities for pupils one to one or in small groups
• Supervise pupils during break periods
• Build positive relationships with students to promote their academic success and emotional well-being
• Encourage students to develop self-confidence, resilience, and independence

The right candidate

• Maths and English GCSE (Grade A*-C / 9-4) or equivalent
• Extensive prior experience within an education establishment as a learning support assistant, teaching assistant, unqualified teacher etc
• Possess good behaviour management skills and remain calm under pressure.
• Be confident with ICT skills, particularly Microsoft packages

If you are interested in this Secondary Teaching Assistant role, please apply online or for further information contact Academics LTD Bristol office and speak to Janine Robinson
Please note: Academics are a leading education recruitment agency operating across England and Wales. All successful candidates will be subject to a full DBS check, and relevant references will be required. Academics is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Secondary Teaching Assistant - Bristol - Knowle

Skills Required