Teaching Assistant

Job Advertisement: Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join an Ofsted-rated "Good" secondary school in Levenshulme. This full-time position begins in March and runs until the end of the academic year, with the potential for the role to become permanent depending on performance.

About the Role:
As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting students across various subjects and year groups, ensuring they can access the curriculum and achieve their full potential. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about education and committed to helping young people thrive.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with teachers to deliver engaging lessons, providing additional support to students who require it.
• Offer one-to-one and small-group assistance to help students understand key concepts and complete tasks.
• Support students with varying needs, including those with special educational needs (SEN) or additional learning requirements.
• Help manage classroom behavior, promoting a positive and focused learning environment.
• Prepare and adapt resources to cater to diverse learning styles and abilities.
• Monitor student progress, providing feedback to teaching staff to inform future planning and interventions.
• Build positive relationships with students, fostering their confidence, independence, and love of learning.
• Contribute to extracurricular activities, school events, or pastoral initiatives as required.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students’ educational journeys while gaining valuable experience in a dynamic school environment.

What We’re Looking For:
The ideal candidate will:

• Be passionate about education and working with young people.
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with students and staff.
• Be proactive, adaptable, and patient, with a focus on meeting individual student needs.
• Possess excellent organizational skills and a collaborative approach to teamwork.
• Demonstrate a commitment to helping students succeed academically and personally.
• Be available full-time from March to the end of the academic year.

Previous experience in a similar role or working with young people is advantageous but not essential, as full training and support will be provided.

What We Offer:

• Weekly pay ranging from £419.25 to £500, processed through Teaching Personnel.
• A welcoming and inclusive school environment that values professional development and well-being.
• Comprehensive training and practical experience in a secondary school setting.
• The opportunity to transition into a permanent role based on performance.

If you are passionate about education and eager to support young people in achieving their goals, we encourage you to apply.

To apply, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter highlighting your interest and suitability for the role. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and all applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.

Start Date: March 2024
Location: Levenshulme
Contract Type: Full-time (Temporary to Potential Permanent)