Secondary Classroom Assistant

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in the UK is looking for a Secondary Classroom Assistant in Bristol, dedicated to supporting secondary school children with learning difficulties. This role offers excellent training and career progression routes into teaching and various therapeutic fields. A graduate in a relevant field or someone with relevant experience is ideal for this opportunity.

Benefits

Excellent on-site training

Support and CPD

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS Check is required.
• Prior experience working with children with special educational needs is preferred.
• Practical approach to meet individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist the class teacher in providing the learning experience of students.
• Provide behaviour and pastoral support.
• Work 1:1 and in small groups with students.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Compassion

Education

Graduate in Psychology or Criminology

GCSEs in Maths and English

Job description

Secondary Classroom Assistant - Bristol

Do you have a passion for supporting secondary school children with Learning Difficulties, including Autism, and Speech, Language & Communication needs?

* Start ASAP
* Bristol –BS1
* Excellent on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all students
* Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 15:30pm, term time only
* £90 - £100 per day, dependent on experience
* Essential experience within a challenging yet rewarding setting ideal for aspiring Psychologists

A Secondary Classroom Assistant role is an excellent way to get your ‘foot in the door’ to a psychologist career, providing the opportunity to work closely and network with other teams of professionals, gaining relevant experience, and expanding your knowledge and skillset.

Career progression routes include Teacher, Special Needs Teacher, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist and various Child Psychology and Educational Psychology routes.

Job Role and Responsibilities

* Assist the class teacher in providing the learning experience of students
* Behaviour and pastoral support
* Work 1:1 and in small groups with students
* Ensure safeguarding of students
* Attend staff meetings and complete appropriate paperwork

A great Secondary Classroom Assistant will have

* Enhanced DBS Check (We can assist with this)
* Graduate in a relevant field such as psychology or criminology OR a good education background (GCSE’s in Maths and English) plus prior experience working with children with special educational needs
* Ability to build robust and effective relationships with students
* Practical approach to meet the individual needs of students
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* Caring, compassionate, and a good listener

If you are interested in this Secondary Classroom Assistant role, please apply online or for further information contact Academics LTD Bristol office and speak to Janine Robinson

Please note: Academics are a leading education recruitment agency operating across England and Wales. All successful candidates will be subject to a full DBS check, and relevant references will be required. Academics is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.