Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching; Wirral; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Long-term and permanent opportunities

Professional development and training

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is recruiting on behalf of a welcoming secondary school in Birkenhead. We seek an experienced Teaching Assistant to join a supportive team and help young people reach their potential.

You will support students in lessons, assist teachers, and provide tailored SEND support to meet individual needs, while encouraging engagement and independence in a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant in a secondary school.
• Experience supporting students with SEND.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, caring, and committed to helping young people reach their potential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students in lessons on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.
• Assisting teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive learning.
• Providing tailored support for students with SEND, adapting approach to meet individual needs.
• Encouraging student engagement, confidence and independence.
• Working collaboratively with teaching staff to promote positive learning outcomes.
• Helping to maintain a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Teaching Assistant experience

SEND support

Communication skills

Team player

Job description

Prospero Teaching is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and highly regarded secondary school in Birkenhead. We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic, and adaptable Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team and make a real difference to the lives of young people.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a school that prides itself on its inclusive ethos, high standards, and commitment to ensuring every student reaches their full potential.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will provide valuable classroom support across a range of subjects, helping students to achieve both academically and personally. The role will involve working with students of all abilities, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), so flexibility and a positive approach are essential.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting students in lessons on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.
• Assisting teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive learning.
• Providing tailored support for students with SEND, adapting your approach to meet individual needs.
• Encouraging student engagement, confidence, and independence.
• Working collaboratively with teaching staff to promote positive learning outcomes.
• Helping to maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.

About You

The ideal candidate will:

• Have previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a secondary school.
• Have experience supporting students with SEND.
• Be flexible, proactive, and able to adapt to the needs of the school and its students.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be patient, caring, and committed to supporting young people to achieve their potential.
• Be able to work effectively as part of a team while using their own initiative.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work in a fantastic secondary school with a welcoming and supportive staff team.
• Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant at Prospero Teaching.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent employment.
• Access to professional development and training.

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