Teaching Assistant

Catch22; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive educational organization in Greater London is seeking a dedicated professional to assist in delivering a high-quality curriculum. This full-time role involves working closely with students to engage them in their learning and address behavioral needs. Applicants should have a Level 2 proficiency in English and Maths, as well as relevant qualifications. The position offers a salary of £27,990 FTE, with 37 hours of work per week. Commitment to safeguarding children is essential, and an enhanced DBS check will be required.

Qualifications

• Ability to work at a minimum of Level 2, in English and Maths.
• Professional qualifications are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Work with individuals and groups of students to keep them on task.
• Deal with behavioral and special needs issues alongside the teacher.
• Assist in implementing lesson plans and objectives.
• Provide feedback to students independently.
• Take small groups for defined activities.

Skills

Ability to work at a minimum of Level 2 in English

Ability to work at a minimum of Level 2 in Maths

Education

Relevant professional TA qualification (NVQ level 2)

HTLA qualification

A level English and Maths

Level 2 Teaching Qualification (PTTLS or equivalent)

Job description

At Catch22, we are proud of our reputation as a modern and progressive employer. Our 1,300 colleagues and 300 volunteers work at every stage of the social welfare cycle, supporting over 60,000 individuals from cradle to career. Our work spans education, social justice and rehabilitation, children’s social care, family support, social action and getting people into work.

Catch22 College (formerly Catch22 Study Programme) supports young people to gain the skills required to progress into apprenticeship training, employment or further education. You can find out more on our website, as well as more about our programmes.

Job Description

This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of a highly collaborative team, assisting in the provision, and the delivery of, a quality curriculum. You will assist in driving improvements in performance, and enhancing outcomes in the engagement, achievement, and progression of learners.

Specific responsibilities:

• Work with individuals and groups of students, assist in ensuring students are kept on task and complete activities set by the teacher.
• Deal with behavioural and special needs issues in conjunction with the teacher.
• Help implement lesson plans, aims and contents with the teacher.
• Provide feedback to students without reference to the teacher.
• Take small group of students for defined activities.

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Qualifications

• Essential: Ability to work at a minimum of Level 2, in English and Maths.
• Desirable: A relevant professional TA qualification (NVQ level 2), HTLA qualification, A level English and Maths, Level 2 Teaching Qualification (PTTLS or equivalent).

Additional Information

Salary: £27,990 FTE (£25,514.17 Pro Rata)
Hours of work: 37 hours per week
Contract: Full Time, Term Time Only (41 weeks)

Catch22 is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post. Any offer of employment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

See the benefits of working for Catch22 here.

Unless otherwise stated, interviews will be arranged as suitable candidates are identified, so early application is strongly advised.

At Catch22 we value equality, diversity and inclusion. We are wholeheartedly committed to the principle of equality of opportunity, both as an employer and as a provider of services. Diversity and Inclusion is part of what we do every day, working to deliver our vision to build a strong society where everyone has good people around them, a purpose, and a good place to live.

Catch22 is committed to rigorous safeguarding and safer recruitment practices; ensuring that every individual within the organisation has been safely and appropriately checked.

Please note, we will conduct an online search as part of our due diligence checks for successful candidate(s). This will involve a search of all publicly available information online and in social media.