English Specialist Teaching Assistant
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English Specialist Teaching Assistant – Full-Time Role in Wilmslow
Teaching Personnel is seeking a passionate English Specialist Teaching Assistant to join an Ofsted-rated 'Good' secondary school in Wilmslow. This is a full-time position starting in October, running until the end of the academic year, with the possibility of the role being made permanent depending on performance.
Position Details:
- Role: English Specialist Teaching Assistant
- Location: Wilmslow
- Start Date: October
- Duration: Full-time, until the end of the academic year (with the potential for a permanent role)
- Pay: £419.25 - £500 per week, depending on experience and qualifications
Key Responsibilities:
As an English Specialist Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students to achieve their full potential in English. Key duties include:
- Providing one-to-one and small group support to students who may be struggling with English, helping them to develop key skills in reading, writing, and comprehension
- Assisting the classroom teacher with lesson preparation, delivery, and ensuring all students remain engaged and challenged
- Supporting students with GCSE English exam preparation, offering targeted interventions and revision sessions to improve their performance
- Helping to create differentiated resources that cater to students with varying abilities and learning needs
- Collaborating with the English department to identify students needing additional support and tailoring interventions to address individual needs
- Tracking and reporting on student progress, working with the teacher to adapt teaching strategies to suit the class or individual pupils
- Assisting in maintaining a positive learning environment, encouraging students to develop a love for reading and literature
- Supporting classroom management to ensure students remain focused and productive during lessons
- Providing pastoral support to students, helping them build confidence and overcome any challenges in their English studies
- Engaging in school-wide literacy initiatives and extra-curricular activities related to English, including book clubs, writing workshops, and more
What We're Looking For:
- A strong background in English, ideally with a degree or equivalent qualification in English or a related subject
- A passion for the English language and literature, with the ability to inspire students and encourage them to improve their literacy skills
- Previous experience working with young people, ideally in an educational setting or tutoring role
- Strong communication skills and the ability to simplify complex ideas and concepts to help students understand and engage with the subject
- A proactive and flexible approach, able to work independently and as part of a team
- A keen interest in pursuing a career in education or teaching is highly desirable
Why This Role?
This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent English graduate or someone with strong English skills to gain experience in a secondary school environment. You will have the opportunity to help students improve their literacy skills, boost their confidence in English, and develop a love for learning. Whether you are considering a career in teaching or looking to expand your experience in education, this role offers valuable experience and career development.
Benefits of the Role:
- Full-time role in a supportive secondary school environment
- Weekly pay between £419.25 and £500, depending on experience and qualifications
- Hands-on classroom experience, with the opportunity to support students and see them grow academically
- Potential for the role to become permanent based on your performance
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression in education
How to Apply:
If you are enthusiastic about supporting students in English and want to make a meaningful difference in their education, we want to hear from you! Apply through Teaching Personnel by submitting your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in this role.
All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check as part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Join us and help inspire the next generation of learners to excel in English! Apply today.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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