Teaching Assistant

Aspire People; Stockport; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is recruiting Teaching Assistants to support primary and secondary pupils in Stockport. You will work across schools, delivering one-to-one and small-group interventions, and help create an inclusive learning environment while supporting teachers.

We welcome graduates with backgrounds in psychology or education, and candidates with experience in behaviour support or mentoring. DBS checks and UK right to work are required, with short-term and long-term opportunities available.

Qualifications

• A degree in Psychology, Educational Psychology, Education or a related subject.
• Experience in an educational setting, whether through employment, placements or volunteering.
• Experience in behaviour support, mentoring, youth work or working with children and young people.
• Strong academic backgrounds and an interest in child development, psychology or education.
• Confidence supporting pupils with behavioural challenges and additional needs.
• Patient, proactive and adaptable approach.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with their learning and academic development.
• Working with children and young people who require additional behavioural, emotional or educational support.
• Providing one-to-one and small-group interventions.
• Supporting classroom teachers to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Helping pupils develop confidence, independence and positive behaviour.
• Building strong, supportive relationships with pupils and school staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Academic background

Interest in child development

Education

Degree in Psychology

Educational Psychology

Education or related subject

Job description

Teaching Assistants - Primary & Secondary Schools

Location: Stockport

Agency: Aspire People

Positions: Short-term and long-term opportunities available

Are you a graduate with a background in Psychology, Education, Educational Psychology or a related subject? Do you have a passion for supporting children and young people to reach their full potential?

Aspire People is currently recruiting enthusiastic, dedicated and motivated Teaching Assistants to work across a range of primary and secondary schools in Stockport.

We are particularly interested in candidates with strong academic backgrounds, excellent communication skills and an interest in supporting pupils with additional needs, behavioural challenges and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.

Whether you are a recent graduate looking to gain valuable school-based experience, or an experienced support professional seeking your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you!

The Role

We have a variety of short-term and long-term opportunities available, offering the chance to work in different educational settings and find a role that suits your experience, interests and career goals.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with their learning and academic development.
• Working with children and young people who require additional behavioural, emotional or educational support.
• Providing one-to-one and small-group interventions.
• Supporting classroom teachers to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Helping pupils develop confidence, independence and positive behaviour.
• Building strong, supportive relationships with pupils and school staff.

Who Are We Looking For?

We are keen to hear from candidates who have:

• A degree in Psychology, Educational Psychology, Education or a related subject.
• Previous experience in an educational setting, whether through employment, university placements or volunteering.
• Experience in behaviour support, mentoring, youth work or working with children and young people.
• Strong academic backgrounds and a genuine interest in child development, psychology or education.
• Confidence supporting pupils with behavioural challenges and additional needs.
• A patient, proactive and adaptable approach.
• Candidates with experience in youth work, mentoring, residential care, SEN support or other child-focused roles are also encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• An enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
• References covering the last two years.
• The right to work in the UK.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Why Work with Aspire People?

• Access to short-term and long-term opportunities across primary and secondary schools in Stockport.
• Opportunities to gain valuable experience relevant to careers in psychology, education, teaching and mental health.
• Support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant.
• The chance to find roles that match your skills, interests and availability.

Company Information

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.