Job Description

As a teaching assistant you would support teachers and help children with their educational and social development, both in and out of the classroom.

Job roles will include:

Working within a secondary school full-time as a Teaching Assistant Supporting pupils with additional learning needs (ALN) Supporting pupils with their numeracy Supporting pupils with their literacy Supporting pupils with their ICT skills Be involved in displays and preparing resources Helping children who need extra support to complete tasks Understand the safeguarding and behaviour policy and their role within these policies Working with children aged 11 to 18 years Supporting a teacher in various roles within the classroom Ability to conduct yourself in a professional manner at all times whilst working in schools
Desirable personal qualities:

Any previous experience working with children Any previous experience with special educational needs (SEN) Strong English & Mathematics Communicational skills relevant to both children and adults Competent skills in numeracy, literacy and ICT Ability to self-manage and organise own time Personal qualities Reliable Smart appearance Professional attitude A level of maturity with working in a school environment will be required Ambitious and hard working Desire to be a positive role model to young people
Essential criteria:

An eagerness to learn more about becoming a Teaching Assistant A passion for working with children Possess relevant qualities including patience and communication Ability to show professionalism at all times Ability to listen and learn from more experienced staff
Qualifications:

GCSE English - C, GCSE Math - C, Or equivalent (Desirable)

Apprenticeship to be undertaken:

Level 2 or 3 supporting, teaching & learning

Wage

8.60 for first 12 months and then inc to NMW

39 Week term

Job Types: Fixed term contract, Apprenticeship
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: 8.60 per hour

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person