Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Skegness; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants in Skegness to provide vital support to secondary students, including those with Special Educational Needs. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact in students' lives through compassionate and tailored assistance. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a patient approach, with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Professional development and training

Supportive and friendly working environment

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people, particularly those with SEN is desirable.
• Willingness to assist with personal care tasks when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students with a range of learning needs, both in the classroom and on a one-to-one basis.
• Assisting with lesson preparation and delivery, under the direction of teaching staff.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Flexibility

Education

Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Secondary & SEN Support
Location: Skegness, Lincolnshire
Start Date: [Insert Start Date]
Contract: Full-Time / Part-Time
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

We are currently seeking dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistants to work in secondary schools across the Skegness area, providing vital support to students, including those with Special Educational Needs (SEN).

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about education and making a difference in young people's lives.

• Supporting students with a range of learning needs, both in the classroom and on a one-to-one basis

• Assisting with lesson preparation and delivery, under the direction of teaching staff

• Helping to maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment

• Working closely with teaching staff and other professionals to track student progress and adjust support as needed

• Providing personal care to students where required, in a respectful and dignified manner

• Experience working with children or young people, particularly those with SEN, is desirable

• A patient, caring, and flexible approach to supporting students

• Willingness to assist with personal care tasks when necessary

• A relevant qualification (e.g. Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning) is preferred but not essential

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Please note that an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and full vetting procedures will be required prior to appointment, in line with safeguarding and safer recruitment practices.

• A supportive and friendly working environment

• Opportunities for professional development and training

• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people

If you are motivated, compassionate, and committed to supporting students to reach their full potential, we encourage you to apply.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due dilige