Classroom Support Specialist — Teaching Assistant

Vida Education; Kirkby Lonsdale; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD training courses

Competitive pay rates

Supportive consultants

Job summary

Vida Education is seeking Teaching Assistants to work in schools across Lancashire and Cumbria. You will support teachers and students in classrooms, including one-to-one and small group settings.

Ideal candidates hold a minimum Level 2 TA qualification (Supporting Teaching and Learning) or have at least 1 year of TA experience, with confident communication and the ability to motivate students. An Enhanced DBS with Update Service is preferred or a willingness to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (Supporting Teaching and Learning) or minimum 1 year of TA experience in a school setting, with references.
• Confident communication skills and ability to motivate students in 1-2-1 or small group settings.
• Current Enhanced DBS registered with Update Service, or willingness to apply for a new DBS (cost applied).

Responsibilities

• Support the teacher with delivery of lessons.
• Prepare classrooms for lessons (set up equipment).
• Manage behaviour and engage students in their learning.
• Work with students one-to-one or in small groups outside the classroom.
• Support both the teacher and students to succeed.

Skills

Teaching Assistant

Communication skills

DBS check

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Vida Education is seeking Teaching Assistants to work in schools across Lancashire and Cumbria. You will support teachers and students in classrooms, including one-to-one and small group settings.

Ideal candidates hold a minimum Level 2 TA qualification (Supporting Teaching and Learning) or have at least 1 year of TA experience, with confident communication and the ability to motivate students. An Enhanced DBS with Update Service is preferred or a willingness to apply.