Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant in Waltham Forest to support students aged 11 to 16 in a welcoming secondary school. The role involves assisting teachers, delivering engaging lessons, and helping maintain a positive learning environment.

The ideal candidate should have a strong academic background, a confident personality, and an enthusiastic approach to supporting students. Experience working with young people is preferred. This full-time position offers an opportunity to make a significant difference in students' lives.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with young people is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support students in lessons across a range of subjects.
• Assist with classroom management and behaviour support.
• Deliver targeted support to individuals and small groups.
• Encourage student engagement and confidence.

Skills

Strong academic background

Confident and energetic personality

Enthusiastic approach to supporting students

Job description

Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Area: Waltham Forest
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Long term
Salary: Competitive
Working hours: Full time

Brief description:
Support students aged 11 to 16 in a welcoming secondary setting, helping to raise attainment and confidence through engaging classroom support and positive behaviour guidance.

About the school:
A co-educational community secondary school for students aged 11 to 16, located in Waltham Forest with strong transport links via nearby overground stations. The school focuses on student achievement and personal development. The most recent Ofsted inspection graded student achievement, behaviour and quality of teaching as very good.

About the role:
This is a full time Teaching Assistant position supporting students across KS3 and KS4. You will work closely with teachers to deliver engaging lessons, provide 1 1 and small group support, and help maintain a positive learning environment. The role is ideal for someone who is passionate about education and keen to make a difference in young peoples lives.

We are looking for a dedicated candidate to:

Support students in lessons across a range of subjects
Assist with classroom management and behaviour support
Deliver targeted support to individuals and small groups
Encourage student engagement and confidenceRequirements -
The ideal candidate would have:

Strong academic background
Confident and energetic personality
Enthusiastic approach to supporting students
Previous experience working with young people is preferredOnly shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding vetting checks with Prospero Teaching to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people