Senior Teaching Assistant

Academics; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Senior Teaching Assistant for a rewarding role in Aylesbury. This position involves supervising classes, providing targeted support, and leading Assistant Teachers to enhance pupils' learning and wellbeing. The ideal candidate will have experience in educational settings and a passion for supporting diverse student needs.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Senior Teaching Assistant or in a similar role.
• Ability to manage and support other staff members.
• Strong communication skills for collaborating with teachers.

Responsibilities

• Supervise whole classes during teacher absences.
• Provide targeted support and intervention for pupils.
• Lead and manage a team of Assistant Teachers.
• Prepare classroom resources and assist in planning.
• Support pupils with varied needs to raise achievement.

Skills

Supervising classes

Providing targeted support

Leading teams

Collaborating with staff

Supporting diverse needs

Job description

Senior Teaching Assistant - Aylesbury- Education and Training

Salary : £22,719 - £24,200 (actual salary)

Location : Aylesbury- Education and Training

Academics Ltd are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Are you an experienced Senior Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role in Aylesbury? This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive school community where you will play a vital part in pupils' learning and wellbeing.

Key responsibilities for the Senior Teaching Assistant role include :

• Acting as a Cover Supervisor, supervising whole classes during short-term teacher absences in Aylesbury.
• Providing targeted support and intervention by working with withdrawal groups and small groups of pupils.
• Leading and managing a team of Assistant Teachers, supporting their development and training.
• Collaborating closely with teaching staff to assist in all stages of the planning cycle and managing / preparing classroom resources.
• Complementing teachers' delivery of the national curriculum, contributing to the development of pupils, support staff, and Academy policies.
• Supporting pupils across a range of needs including SEN, EAL, and more, to raise achievement and encourage independent learning.

In this Senior Teaching Assistant position, you will teach within an agree...