SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Advertisement: Science Graduate Teaching Assistant

Location: Crawley
Salary: £419.25 - £500 per week
Position: Full-Time, Starting October
Duration: Until the End of the Academic Year (with potential for a permanent role based on performance)

Teaching Personnel is seeking a motivated and knowledgeable Science Graduate to join a well-regarded secondary school in Crawley. This full-time role is set to begin in October and will extend until the end of the academic year, offering a potential pathway to a permanent position depending on your performance.

Role Overview: As a Science Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Science department, working closely with teachers and students to enhance the learning experience. This role is ideal for a recent Science graduate who is passionate about education and is considering a future career in teaching.

Key Responsibilities:

• Classroom Support: Assist Science teachers in delivering dynamic and engaging lessons, helping to bring scientific concepts to life for students across various age groups.
• One-on-One and Group Tutoring: Provide targeted support to individual students or small groups, ensuring they understand the material and are able to achieve their full potential.
• Resource Preparation: Aid in the preparation and organization of lesson materials, including setting up experiments and ensuring all resources are ready for classroom activities.
• Student Progress: Monitor student progress and provide feedback, working with teachers to identify areas where additional support is needed.
• Classroom Management: Help maintain a positive and productive classroom environment by managing student behavior and encouraging active participation.
• Extracurricular Activities: Support science-related extracurricular activities, such as clubs or study sessions, to further enhance students' understanding and enthusiasm for the subject.
• Assessment Assistance: Assist in the preparation, delivery, and marking of assessments, helping students to be well-prepared and confident in their exams.

Requirements:

• A degree in a Science-related subject (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Physics).
• A strong academic background with a passion for science and education.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage and motivate students.
• A proactive and flexible approach, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Previous experience working with young people, ideally in an educational setting, is desirable but not essential.

This position offers a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience in a school environment, with the potential to secure a permanent role in the future. If you are a recent Science graduate looking to make a difference in students' lives and to develop your career in education, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply: Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in the role and your relevant experience through Teaching Personnel.

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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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