Teaching Assistant

East Sussex Skills Academy; Bexhill-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 16,243 - 21,970; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Job summary

East Sussex Skills Academy is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support students in KS3 and KS4 who face social, emotional, and behavioural challenges. The role is permanent, 32.5 hours per week, during 39 weeks of the year, term-time only, with a salary starting from £19,104 per annum depending on experience.

The location is Bexhill-on-Sea. The role includes opportunities for professional development, including an apprenticeship degree relevant to the position, and requires a good Level 2

Qualifications

• A good level of education to Level 2 or equivalent, including English and maths (or willingness to achieve this).
• Experience offering support, guidance, and information to diverse groups.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of the unique issues affecting students.
• Excellent front-line communication skills, empathy, patience, and a calm, courteous manner under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Support students in overcoming barriers to learning and building self-esteem.
• Guide KS3 and KS4 pupils through small group work and one-to-one interventions.
• Apply positive behavioural strategies to help students reach their academic and personal potential.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Patience

Calm under pressure

Education

Level 2

English and Maths

Job description

Teaching Assistant (Alternative Provision KS3 to KS4)

• Position: Permanent
• Hours: 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (Term time only)
• Salary: From £19,104 per annum, depending on experience
• Location: Bexhill on Sea
• Professional Development: This role includes the opportunity to complete an apprenticeship degree appropriate to the position

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people? East Sussex Skills Academy is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support our students in overcoming barriers to learning and building their self-esteem. In this rewarding role based in Bexhill on Sea, you will work closely with Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 pupils who face social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties. You will guide them through small group work, one-to-one interventions, and positive behavioural strategies to help them achieve their full academic and personal potential.

What We Are Looking For

• A good level of education to Level 2 or equivalent, including English and maths (or a willingness to achieve this)
• Experience offering support, guidance, and information to diverse groups.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of the unique issues affecting students.
• Excellent front-line communication skills, empathy, patience, and a calm, courteous manner under pressure.

If you are a well-organised team player committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, we want to hear from you.