Teaching assistant

Randstad Education; Little Altcar; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational support provider in the UK is looking for a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant in Little Altcar. You will support a student to access the curriculum and develop essential social and academic skills. The ideal candidate has previous experience, a calm demeanor, and is willing to work full-time. This is a rewarding opportunity for those wanting to make a difference in a child's education.

Qualifications

• Experience in a child-focused role is essential.
• Ability to support a student's individual needs.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support to a student.
• Assist the class teacher with lesson planning.
• Help the student build relationships with peers.
• Monitor and report on the student's progress.

Skills

Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant

Patience

Empathy

Calm and positive demeanor

Proactive approach

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and nurturing 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a student at a mainstream secondary school in the Formby area. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a direct impact on a pupil's learning journey and overall school experience.

The role involves providing one-to-one support to a student, helping them to access the curriculum, build confidence, and develop essential social and academic skills. While the student is in a mainstream setting, there may be some minor SEN needs to be aware of and support with.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing tailored support to a single student both in the classroom and during independent work.
• Assisting the class teacher with lesson planning and resource preparation for the student.
• Helping the student to navigate social situations and build positive relationships with peers.
• Monitoring and reporting on the student ??s progress and well-being.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar child-focused role.
• Patience, empathy, and a calm, positive demeanor.
• A proactive and flexible approach to supporting a student ??s individual needs.
• An Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply).
• Legal RTW in the UK and willing to work long-term full-time for 5 days a week.

APPLY TODAY: To take the next steps in your career within Education, apply online, or for more information about alternative roles contact Jessica Quintana at Randstad on 0151 255 1666.