Teaching Assistant

Academics Ltd; Bristol; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established education recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant for a mainstream secondary school in Bristol. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain invaluable experience while working with students, particularly those with special educational needs. As a Teaching Assistant, you will provide essential classroom support, assist in monitoring student progress, and engage with parents and staff. This position is perfect for those considering a future in education, allowing you to network with specialists and enhance your skills in a supportive environment. Join a team dedicated to fostering the welfare of children and making a difference in their lives.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people, especially those with SEND needs.
• Confident in communicating with parents and public.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom support for Key Stage 3 pupils.
• Support teaching by monitoring and recording pupil progress.
• Supervise students between lessons.

Skills

Patience

Confidence with children

Communication skills

Good ICT skills

Education

Maths and English GCSE grade A*-C / 9-4 or equivalent

Teaching Assistant NVQ Level 2 or above

Job description

Are you flexible, patient, caring and confident with children and young people? Teaching Assistant required for a mainstream secondary school in Bristol, BS4.

Start ASAP, ongoing to August 2025.
£90 - £125 per day, depending on experience.
37 hours per week, Term Time only.
Up to £125 per day for candidates with extensive experience or qualifications such as Teaching Assistant at NVQ Level 2 or above.

Not only will you gain invaluable first-hand experience in a secondary school environment, you will also have the opportunity to network with Speech and Language specialists and ELSA practitioners based at the school. This is also a great opportunity if you have considered a future in teaching or education.

About the role

1. Working in a mainstream secondary school that has a high number of pupils with SEND needs.
2. Deliver classroom support for Key Stage 3 pupils either 1:1 or groups of students.
3. Understand and support independent learning and inclusion of all students as required.
4. Support the teaching in monitoring, assessing and recording pupil progress.
5. Monitor and manage stock and supplies for the classroom.
6. Supervise students between lessons and when entering and leaving the school.

The right candidate

1. Maths and English GCSE grade A*-C / 9-4 or equivalent.
2. Experience of working with young people, particularly those with SEND needs.
3. Confident to converse with parents, students and members of the public.
4. Good ICT skills.

If you are interested in this Teaching 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.