Literacy Teaching Assistant — Student Growth & Support

The City Academy Hackney; City Of London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The City Academy Hackney is seeking a Literacy specialist Teaching Assistant to join our committed Learning Faculty. You will support pupils in accessing the curriculum, work in classrooms and small groups, and help build resilience, confidence and compassion for positive societal contribution.

You should hold a degree or equivalent and be able to work effectively in a team, maintaining a professional attitude and safeguarding awareness.

Qualifications

• Must have degree level education and be able to support Literacy.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and maintain a professional attitude.
• Understanding of diverse social backgrounds and safeguarding issues is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support students' access to the curriculum in classrooms and groups.
• Motivate and encourage learning and manage challenging behaviour.
• Collaborate with staff to promote student confidence and self-esteem.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

The City Academy Hackney is seeking a Literacy specialist Teaching Assistant to join our committed Learning Faculty. You will support pupils in accessing the curriculum, work in classrooms and small groups, and help build resilience, confidence and compassion for positive societal contribution.

You should hold a degree or equivalent and be able to work effectively in a team, maintaining a professional attitude and safeguarding awareness.