Empowering Secondary Students - Teaching Assistant (Flexible Hours)

Flourish Education; Halesowen; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

Pension Contributions

Safeguarding & Prevent Duty Training

Refer a Friend bonus

Job summary

Flourish Education are recruiting a Secondary Teaching Assistant to work in secondary schools across Halesowen, Quinton and surrounding Birmingham areas. You will support pupils with learning, encourage positive behaviour and help create an inclusive classroom environment where students feel supported and motivated.

Role involves 1:1 or small-group work, assisting students with additional needs including SEMH, and collaborating with teachers to keep pupils engaged in learning.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people is desirable.
• Previous UK school experience is essential.
• A positive and proactive approach to supporting learning.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with teenagers.
• Patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• Confidence supporting pupils with different learning needs.
• Ability to encourage positive behaviour and engagement.
• Reliable and professional attitude.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop within a secondary school environment.
• A genuine interest in helping young people succeed.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Providing one-to-one and small-group support where required.
• Helping pupils understand instructions and complete their work.
• Supporting pupils who require additional help with their learning.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and classroom engagement.
• Building positive and professional relationships with students.
• Supporting pupils with additional needs, including SEMH, where appropriate.
• Helping pupils develop confidence, independence and resilience.
• Encouraging pupils to participate in lessons and school activities.
• Supporting teachers in maintaining a calm and structured classroom.
• Providing encouragement and positive reinforcement.
• Working collaboratively with teaching staff and the wider school team.
• Following school policies, including safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Experience with children

UK school experience

Positive attitude

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient and caring

Learning needs support

Behaviour and engagement

Reliability and professionalism

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Genuine interest in helping

Job description

Flourish Education are recruiting a Secondary Teaching Assistant to work in secondary schools across Halesowen, Quinton and surrounding Birmingham areas. You will support pupils with learning, encourage positive behaviour and help create an inclusive classroom environment where students feel supported and motivated.

Role involves 1:1 or small-group work, assisting students with additional needs including SEMH, and collaborating with teachers to keep pupils engaged in learning.