1:1 and Small Group Teaching Assistant
- Secondary SEN Support
- Birmingham
- Flexible Working
Job description
Position: 1:1 and Small Group Teaching Assistant
Star Date: ASAP
Pay rate: £12.90 - £13.50 per hour
Location: Selly Oak, Birmingham
SUMMARY:
Teaching Personnel are currently looking for an experienced Teaching Assistant (Level 2 or Level 3 qualified) to work at our partnered school in Selly Oak, South Birmingham. The school are an osted rated 'good' school who are looking to expand their SEND department. As a 1:1 and Small Group TA you will typically provide targeted support to students in a more personalised setting, either 1:1 or in small groups.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Providing personalised educational plans which suit specific children's needs.
- Working with the class teacher to adapt lessons to suit the students learning type and style.
- Offering behavioural support if necessary.
- Tracking the student's progress and providing feedback to the class teacher, parents/carers.
- Facilitating group discussions and/or activities.
- Assisting with tasks tailored to your group's abilities.
- Encouraging collaboration and peer learning.
GENERAL SKILLS AND QUALITIES NEEDED:
Patience and adaptability: Able to modify teaching strategies to suit individual needs.
Strong communication skills: To explain concepts clearly and listen to students' concerns.
Knowledgeable: A good grasp of the subject matter to effectively support students.
Empathy: Understanding the diverse needs of students and providing emotional or academic support.
This role is essential in fostering a supportive learning environment and ensuring that students who need extra help are not left behind in their educational journey.
If you are interetsed in this position, please click the 'apply now' button below, ensuring to attatch your CV. Any applicants who DO NOT attatch an up to date CV will unfortunatley not be considered for this position.
If you would like any more information, please email Megan at Megan.Ryder@teachingpersonnel.com
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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