Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Chepstow; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support young people with additional learning needs. This rewarding role involves working closely with pupils aged 11 to 19, providing both 1:1 and small group support. Ideal candidates will have a passion for education and the ability to adapt to various situations. The school offers training and a supportive environment to help you thrive in your role. If you are enthusiastic about making a difference in students' lives and are ready to engage with diverse learning needs, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Access to online courses

Dedicated consultant

Termly additional courses

Free child protection training

Qualifications

• Candidates with experience in a school setting are encouraged to apply.
• Training will be provided within the school.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and provide support for pupils in 1:1 and small group settings.
• Build relationships and tailor activities to encourage learning.

Skills

Experience in a school setting

Background in care

Ability to build relationships

Versatility in adapting plans

Enthusiasm for working with pupils

Education

Enhanced DBS clearance

Registration on the education workforce council

Job description

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Full time: 8:30 – 3:30, Monday – Friday

Contract: Temporary, with the potential of a permanent contract offer.

Teaching Personnel is proud to be working with a secondary school in Chepstow which specializes in supporting young people with additional learning needs. We are currently looking for a Teaching Assistant to start on the 28th April 2025 to work on a full-time basis to support a range of pupils in both 1:1 and small group settings.

The pupils' ages range between 11 – 19 and have various additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, and SEMH. Candidates with experience in a school setting are encouraged to apply, although this is not essential. A background in care or personal experience will also be advantageous. Training will be provided within the school.

Responsibilities

• You will be required to supervise and provide support for pupils.
• You should be versatile and comfortable changing plans to cater to different situations.
• Build relationships, gaining trust and understanding the needs of the pupil.
• Tailor activities to be demanding and challenging to encourage the pupil to learn and develop.
• Show enthusiasm to work with pupils who need additional time to progress.

What benefits do I get with Teaching Personnel?

• Market Leader for Education in South Wales.
• Access to Study skills, offering hundreds of online courses to enhance your knowledge prior to entering a classroom environment, either free or highly subsidized by Teaching Personnel.
• A dedicated consultant from day one.
• Termly additional courses run in person such as Team Teach and Cover Supervisor Training.

Requirements:

• Enhanced DBS cleared & on the update service. (or willing to apply)
• Registered on the education workforce council (or willing to apply)
• Be able to provide 2 of your most recent references.
• Have the right to work in the UK.

Teaching Personnel will help with the registration process every step of the way.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, which may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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