Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Teaching Assistant - Mainstream Secondary School

Location: Surrey

Salary: £83.85 per day (dependent on qualifications and experience)

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team at a mainstream secondary school in Surrey. As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students and teachers in their educational journey, ensuring that every student receives the necessary guidance and assistance to thrive in the classroom.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with teachers to provide one-on-one or small group support to students, both inside and outside the classroom.
• Assist in planning and delivering educational activities and lessons, ensuring that individual student needs are met.
• Help maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment, fostering a sense of belonging and engagement among students.
• Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback to teachers, identifying areas of improvement and areas of strength.
• Contribute to the preparation of classroom materials and resources, ensuring they are readily available for use.
• Assist with administrative tasks such as record-keeping, attendance monitoring, and report writing.

Requirements:

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a secondary school or similar educational setting is preferred.
• A passion for education and a genuine desire to make a positive impact on students' lives.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and build rapport with students of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility and adaptability to respond to the changing needs of students and the school.
• A patient and understanding approach, with the ability to provide guidance and support to students facing academic challenges.
• Relevant qualifications in education or a related field are desirable, but not essential.

Joining our school means becoming part of a supportive and collaborative team that values the growth and development of each individual. You will have the opportunity to work with motivated students and experienced educators, contributing to their success and fostering a love for learning.

If you are passionate about education and dedicated to making a difference in the lives of young people, we encourage you to apply. Please email your CV to ruby.britten@teachingpersonnel.com. Applicants must reside in the UK, to comply with DBS requirements.

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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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