Teaching Assistant Level 2

Corpus Christi Catholic Academy Trust; Stockport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking educational trust in Stockport is seeking dedicated individuals to support teachers in delivering educational programmes to students. The role involves classroom preparation, supervision, and ensuring a safe environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong ethical values and be adaptable to dynamic situations. This position offers a supportive environment with benefits like an Employee Assistance Programme, health cash plans, and a commitment to continuous professional development.

Benefits

Confidential Employee Assistance Programme

Health Cash Plan

Flu vaccination clinics

Eyecare vouchers

Qualifications

• Ability to work with groups of pupils under supervision.
• Strong moral and ethical principles.
• Adaptability to respond to challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the delivery of work programmes under teacher supervision.
• Ensure a safe classroom and outdoor environment.
• Prepare the classroom for lessons and supervise activities.

Job description

• To work with groups of pupils under the supervision of the teacher including the delivery of programmes of work and the implementation of ILPs
• Assist the teacher to ensure a safe classroom and outdoor environment
• Prepare the classroom for lessons, including display work and clear afterwards
• Supervise groups and occasionally whole classes for a session/lesson in the classroom or outside the main teaching area as required
• Have strong moral and ethical principles and values
• Be able to adapt and respond appropriately to challenging situations
• Be open to new ideas, committed to working as part of a team and of course have a good sense of humour
• Act with the utmost integrity at all times
• [1] Please note that whilst the successful candidate will be appointed to a particular school within the Trust, the Trust reserves the right to deploy staff at any of its schools depending on need, where agreement is reached with all parties.
• An opportunity to work within a welcoming and enthusiastic environment with wonderful children, supportive staff, governors and parents
• Close links and group support from the other schools in this forward‑thinking Catholic multi‑academy trust at this exciting time in our development
• An opportunity to be part of a team of dedicated, talented and hardworking individuals
• Entry into the Local Government Pension Scheme which is one of the most competitive on the market, with employer contributions of 18.5%
• A true commitment to Continuing Professional Development with access to a library of on‑line training courses and fully accredited qualifications and opportunities to access other relevant paid training.
• A range of employee benefits which support your well-being that includes:

• A confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is extended to members of your family
• A Health Cash Plan which is paid for by the Trust and gives access to a range of benefits which include covering the costs towards optical, dental, alternative therapy treatments, health screening and discounted gym memberships and a large range of retail discounts. Some benefits are also available to family members
• Flu vaccination clinics
• Eyecare vouchers