Teaching Assistant

Marriotts School; England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a Teaching Assistant for 34.5 hours per week during term time plus 3 days. The ideal candidate will engage with and support students, demonstrate excellent organizational skills, and comply with health and safety legislation. This position is a great opportunity for graduates looking to gain invaluable classroom experience and is a stepping stone for those considering a teaching career.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills to engage with and support students.
• Ability to work in a student-facing role.
• Commitment to safeguarding and welfare of students.

Responsibilities

• Support students in their learning and development.
• Comply with health and safety legislation.
• Work alongside teachers to enhance student engagement.

Skills

Excellent organization skills

Ability to engage with students

Understanding of health and safety legislation

Job description

At Marriotts our vision is for every single student to exceed their potential and to leave us with the qualifications, skills and attitudes that they need to move on to the next stage of their lives.

Judged as a 'Good'School by Ofsted in November 2021, Marriotts' staff body is comprised of inspirational leadership and excellent teaching and support staff who share our philosophy: Aim high, work hard, be kind.

We are currently looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant for34.5hours per week term time plus 3 days to join our outstanding Education Support Staff team. This is a student facing role and the successful candidate will have to demonstrate they have the necessary skills to engage with and support students. The successful candidate will have excellent organisation skills, the ability to engage with and support students and staff, and the ability to understand and comply with health and safety legislation. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates looking to gain valuable classroom experience, and a great stepping stone for those considering a career in teaching. We have a strong track record of supporting Teaching Assistants with routes into teaching.

Marriotts School is committed to safeguarding and the welfare of all its students and staff. The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specificationin order to be offered the post and will be subject to satisfactory recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, medical check and satisfactory references. Marriotts School operates a strict Equal Opportunities Policy, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion.