Secondary Teaching Assistant
Job description
Are you passionate about supporting secondary-aged students with diverse needs and helping them achieve their potential?
We have an exciting full-time opportunity for a Secondary Teaching Assistant in a dedicated school in Cranborne, where you will work closely with students aged 11 to 16. This role provides an invaluable opportunity to contribute to a supportive and inclusive environment that focuses on nurturing the academic, social, and emotional growth of each student.
The school offers a nurturing setting that provides tailored support for students, ensuring they can thrive despite challenges. Working in small groups and one-to-one settings, you will help students access their curriculum and develop important life skills in an environment that is both calming and motivating.
Your Role and Responsibilities
As a Secondary Teaching Assistant, you will:
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Support students in accessing their learning across a variety of subjects
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Help students with social, emotional, and behavioural needs, ensuring they feel valued and understood
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Work alongside teachers and specialists to implement personalised learning plans
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Assist with the delivery of tailored lessons to meet the individual needs of students
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Foster positive relationships and build confidence in students
The working hours for this role are from 8:30am to 3:30pm, with finish times varying depending on the day of the week. Your role will evolve as you build rapport with the students and get involved in various activities that support their development.
Why Choose Teaching Personnel?
Teaching Personnel is dedicated to supporting educators and ensuring they have the resources and guidance they need to succeed. By working with us, you will benefit from:
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Weekly pay through PAYE with competitive rates
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Access to ongoing professional development and training opportunities
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A dedicated consultant who will support your career progression
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Opportunities to work in a range of educational settings
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A chance to make a positive impact in a student’s academic and personal development
Apply Now and Start Making a Difference
This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity for someone who is patient, empathetic, and eager to make a tangible difference in students’ lives. If you are ready to contribute to a supportive educational environment and help students achieve their full potential, apply now to join this remarkable school in Cranborne.
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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