Teaching Assistant

Job Advertisement: Key Stage 4 Teaching Assistant

Position: Key Stage 4 Teaching Assistant
Location: Toxteth, Liverpool
Student Population: 20 students

About Us:
This school is a small, nurturing educational environment in Toxteth, dedicated to supporting students in Key Stage 4 who face challenges but exhibit manageable behavior. With a school population of just 20 students, we focus on providing tailored, one-to-one support to help each child overcome obstacles and achieve their potential.

The Role:
We are seeking a compassionate and resilient Key Stage 4 Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. This role involves working closely with individual students, supporting their learning and personal development, and creating a positive atmosphere that encourages academic and personal growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one support to Key Stage 4 students, assisting them in a variety of subjects.
• Help implement personalized learning plans, adapting support strategies to meet individual needs.
• Build trusting relationships with students, fostering a safe and encouraging learning environment.
• Assist with classroom activities and provide additional support during lessons as needed.
• Monitor and report on student progress, contributing to their academic and personal goals.
• Collaborate with teachers, colleagues, parents, and carers to ensure a holistic approach to student support.
• Handle sensitive situations with professionalism, patience, and care.

What We Are Looking For:

• Resilience: The ability to remain calm, composed, and solution-focused when facing challenges.
• Sensitivity: A caring and empathetic approach to understanding the unique needs of each student.
• Encouragement: A positive attitude that motivates and inspires students to overcome obstacles.
• Flexibility: Willingness to adapt support strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
• Qualifications: Relevant qualifications in education or child support are desirable but not essential.
• Experience: Previous experience working with children facing difficulties is advantageous.

What We Offer:

• A small, close-knit school community.
• The opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of young people.
• Supportive colleagues and a collaborative working environment.
• Competitive salary and professional development opportunities.

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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