Level 2 Teaching Assistant - The Hive College

Teaching Vacancies; Park Central; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Park Central is looking for a qualified Teaching Assistant to support teachers and students. The role includes mentoring students, assisting with physical care, and promoting a collaborative culture. Candidates should have an NVQ Level 2 qualification and strong communication skills. A supportive environment with extensive professional development opportunities is offered.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

Professional development opportunities

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• An NVQ Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
• A good understanding of how students learn and develop.
• Excellent communication and written skills.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in meeting the needs of all students.
• Work with individuals and small groups of students.
• Assist with students' physical care as needed.

Skills

NVQ Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Good level of English and Maths

Understanding of students' learning

Excellent communication skills

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

• An NVQ Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)
• A good level of English and Maths
• A good understanding of how students learn and develop in education
• The ability to support teachers in meeting the needs of all students, including mentoring, pastoral care and assisting with the physical care of students as and when required
• The ability to work with individuals and small groups of students
• Excellent communication and written skills with high expectations of learning and behaviour
• The ability to support students in the classroom and whilst out in the community

What the school offers its staff

• Happy and enthusiastic staff and students who are proud of their college.
• A supportive working environment that promotes teamwork among the staff.
• A friendly and motivated staff team.
• A collaborative and inclusive culture.
• A committed, hardworking team who strive to provide the best education for all students
• Comprehensive induction and probation support and regular opportunities for professional development and growth.
• We offer 10 staff training days across the academic year; one or two of these days may be aggregated which means you complete training outside of normal working hours in twilight sessions.
• Employee Assistance Programme via BHSF – free totally confidential support.
• Access to discounts and offers via BHSF.
• Access to a generous pension scheme known as the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) for support staff or Teachers Pension Scheme for Teachers.
• Generous annual leave entitlement for support staff based on length of service, starting at 29 days pro-rata, rising to 32 at 5 years’ plus service and 34 following 10 years’ plus service. Teachers annual leave is in line with Teachers Pay & Conditions.
• Onsite parking at all sites.
• We are the only Trust to provide SEN Allowances to ALL roles who work with students, including Teachers, TA’s, Care Assistants, Pastoral Care, Guides and Drivers.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.