Secondary Teaching Assistant

Thrive Group; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 12,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Supportive school environment

Guidance from education professionals

Opportunities to develop skills in教育

Job summary

Thrive Group in Liverpool is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support pupils across the secondary age range, helping them access learning and build confidence. You will work with teaching staff and the wider pastoral team to support pupils’ progress and inclusive learning in a welcoming school environment.

Role involves 1:1 and small-group interventions, collaborating with teachers to keep pupils engaged, and providing emotional and behavioural support as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people, preferably within an education setting.
• A genuine passion for supporting young people to succeed.
• Excellent communication skills, patience and resilience.
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• A proactive, flexible and supportive approach to your work.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in the classroom through 1:1 and small-group interventions.
• Work closely with teachers to help pupils engage with their learning and make progress.
• Provide support to pupils who may require additional academic, behavioural or emotional support.
• Build positive relationships with pupils while encouraging confidence, independence and positive behaviour.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Patience and resilience

Proactive and flexible

Supportive approach to work

Job description

Teaching Assistant

Are you a passionate, caring and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference to the lives of young people?

We are currently seeking a Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive mainstream secondary school in Liverpool. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant or someone looking to develop their career in education.

Working alongside teaching staff and the wider pastoral team, you will support pupils across the secondary age range, helping them to access learning, build confidence and achieve their full potential.

The Role of a Teaching Assistant:

• Support pupils in the classroom through 1:1 and small-group interventions.
• Work closely with teachers to help pupils engage with their learning and make progress.
• Provide support to pupils who may require additional academic, behavioural or emotional support.
• Build positive relationships with pupils while encouraging confidence, independence and positive behaviour.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Requirements of a Teaching Assistant:

• Previous experience working with children or young people, preferably within an education setting.
• A genuine passion for supporting young people to succeed.
• Excellent communication skills, patience and resilience.
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• A proactive, flexible and supportive approach to your work.

What We Offer:

• A rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people's lives.
• A supportive and inclusive school environment.
• Support and guidance from experienced education professionals.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and experience within education.
• Potential opportunities for longer-term or permanent employment.
• Competitive rates of pay

If you are enthusiastic, reliable and passionate about helping young people reach their potential, we would love to hear from you.