Teaching Assistant

Vision for Education Ltd; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Competitive daily pay

Ongoing professional development

Dedicated consultant support

Long-term opportunities

Job summary

Vision for Education is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming secondary school in Swadlincote. The role offers competitive daily pay and a start ASAP.

You will work closely with teachers and pupils to provide classroom support across the secondary curriculum, helping learners develop confidence and positive study habits in a supportive environment. Vision for Education is a market-leading recruitment agency, offering ongoing professional development, consultant support, and

Qualifications

• Patient, approachable and encouraging.
• Confident working with secondary-aged pupils.
• A strong communicator with good organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with their learning and development across the secondary curriculum.
• Working with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning.
• Providing additional support to pupils who may require extra guidance with their studies or behaviour.
• Helping teachers prepare and deliver engaging lessons.Encouraging pupils to develop confidence, independence and positive learning habits.
• Supporting the school with maintaining a safe, positive and inclusive environment.
• Building positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents/carers where appropriate.

Job description

Secondary School Teaching Assistant

Location: Swadlincote
Pay: £100-£110 per day
Contract: Full-time
Start Date: ASAP

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming secondary school in Swadlincote. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people and helping them achieve their full potential.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and pupils to provide classroom support and help create a positive, inclusive learning environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils with their learning and development across the secondary curriculum.
• Working with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning.
• Providing additional support to pupils who may require extra guidance with their studies or behaviour.
• Helping teachers prepare and deliver engaging lessons.Encouraging pupils to develop confidence, independence and positive learning habits.
• Supporting the school with maintaining a safe, positive and inclusive environment.
• Building positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents/carers where appropriate.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about working with young people.
• Patient, approachable and encouraging.
• Confident working with secondary-aged pupils.
• Able to build positive relationships and establish trust.
• Reliable, professional and adaptable.
• A strong communicator with good organisational skills.
• Previous experience working in a school or with children/young people is desirable, but not essential.

Why work for Vision for Education

• Flexible work to suit your lifestyle and commitments
• Opportunities in a variety of Hinckley secondary schools
• Competitive daily pay rates
• Long-term and permanent opportunities available
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your journey

About Vision for Education

Vision For Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Vision for Education offer

As a valued employee of Vision For Education, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers' Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Vision For Education do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.