Teaching Assistant

Bursley; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Bursley Academy is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support teaching staff in delivering high-quality lessons and learning activities. You will help with planning, preparing resources, and providing pastoral support to pupils.

The role emphasizes strong communication with staff and empathy for students, with development and career progression opportunities within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 GCSEs at C grade or above, including English and Maths.
• Teaching Assistant qualification desirable.
• Experience of class supervision and assisting with lesson provision to achieve positive learning outcomes.
• Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work in tandem with teaching staff.
• Empathetic and understanding to the needs of students.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, preparation and delivery of lesson provision on a whole-class and individual basis.
• Prepare resources to support learning activities.
• Support pupils pastorally and monitor progress with feedback to the class teacher.
• Contribute to evaluating student progress and adapt support to meet learning needs.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

GCSE English & Maths (C+ era)

Teaching Assistant qualification desirable

Job description

Bursley Academy currently have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated practitioner to join the team as a Teaching Assistant, supporting teaching staff with responsibility for the development and educational provision of learners. See attached documnets for further details

Job Overview

You’ll be responsible for assisting with planning, preparation and delivery of lesson provision, both on a whole-class and individual basis, preparing resources to support learning activities as well as ensuring pupils are supported pastorally. You’ll contribute to evaluating student progress and provide feedback to the class teacher to ensure all students’ learning needs are being met.

Job Requirements

• A minimum of 3 GCSEs at C grade or above, including English and Maths
• Teaching Assistant qualification desirable
• Experience of class supervision and assisting with lesson provision to achieve positive learning outcomes
• Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work in tandem with teaching staff
• Ability to be empathetic and understanding to the needs of students

Why join us?

As a Teaching Assistant within Bursley Academy, you’ll be able to build upon your existing skillset within a supportive environment, with professional development, training, and career progression opportunities available.