Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational organization is seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants in the UK to provide tailored academic and emotional support in secondary schools. Responsibilities include assisting with lessons, monitoring student well-being, and managing behaviour. Candidates should hold a Teaching Assistant qualification and have experience working with young people. This full-time position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on students' lives.

Qualifications

• Teaching Assistant qualification or higher/equivalent is desirable.
• Previous experience working with young people is necessary.
• Enhanced child barred list DBS certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with lessons and supporting students during class.
• Fostering positive behaviour and managing classroom dynamics.
• Providing emotional guidance to students in need.
• Monitoring students' well-being and reporting concerns.
• Ensuring safeguarding procedures are adhered to.

Skills

Experience with young people

Behaviour management

Emotional support

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification or higher/equivalent

Job description

Prospero Teaching Assistants

Prospero Teaching are looking to recruit excellent Teaching Assistants interested in securing a role. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the life of a young person, providing tailored academic and emotional support within a secondary school setting.

Job Details

• Location: Kirkby, L32
• Type of work: Temp, long term
• Start date: As soon as possible
• Full time/part time: Full time
• Hours: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm

Responsibilities

• Assisting with lessons: Helping sort materials, setting up equipment, and supporting students during lessons.
• Behaviour management: Foster a positive learning environment with good behaviour management.
• Providing emotional support: Offering guidance and support to students who may be dealing with personal issues or stress.
• Monitoring well-being: Keeping an eye on students' overall well-being and reporting any concerns to the appropriate staff members.
• Safeguarding: Ensuring the safeguarding procedure is followed when required.
• Collaboration: Work closely with teachers to ensure lessons run smoothly and students thrive academically and socially.

Requirements

• Teaching Assistant qualification or higher/equivalent (Desirable)
• Previous experience working with young people.
• Hold Right to Work in the UK.
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application.
• Provide two professional references.

If you are interested in this role, please apply to this advert.