Teaching Assistant - Oldham

Simply Education Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Simply Education is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support students in a nurturing and inclusive environment. This role involves assisting teachers with lesson delivery, providing personalized support, and promoting inclusion. Comprehensive training will be provided, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in education.

Benefits

Dedicated consultant support

Exclusive access to free educational courses

Competitive rates of pay

Minimal administration

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• Passion for education and helping students from diverse backgrounds.
• No prior experience required; comprehensive training provided.
• Determination to positively impact students' lives.

Responsibilities

• Support learning by assisting teachers in lesson delivery and student activities.
• Provide one-to-one support to help students achieve their potential.
• Implement behavior management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Adaptability

Job description

Greater Manchester, OL7 Katie Foster All/Full Time £ - £

Are you someone who believes in the transformative power of education for all, regardless of background or ability? Do you have the drive and compassion to support students? If so, Simply Education has an exciting opportunity for you to make a real difference as a Teaching Assistant in Oldham!

At our schools, we pride ourselves on providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where every student has the opportunity to thrive. No prior experience as a Teaching Assistant is needed – we offer comprehensive training to equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary to support our students effectively. All we ask for is your passion and determination to make a positive impact on the lives of young people with diverse needs.

Role: Flexible or Full Time Teaching Assistant

Key Responsibilities include:

1. Supporting Learning: Work alongside teachers to assist in the delivery of lessons, adapting materials and activities to meet the individual needs of students.
2. One to One Support: Provide tailored support to students, offering encouragement and guidance to help them overcome challenges and reach their full potential.
3. Behavior Management: Foster a supportive and positive learning environment by implementing behaviour management strategies and offering emotional support to students as needed.
4. Effective Communication: Maintain open and effective communication with teachers, parents, and other professionals involved in the care and education of students, sharing insights and observations to inform support strategies.
5. Assist in monitoring Progress: Assist in the assessment of student progress, providing feedback to teachers and contributing to the development of Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
6. Promote inclusion: Champion the principles of inclusion and diversity within the school community, celebrating the unique strengths and contributions of every student.

The key benefits for working with Simply Education are:

• Your own dedicated consultant who will support, advise, and guide you through the registration process.
• Access to your dedicated consultant after registration, via phone/text/email – That can answer any arising questions or needs.
• Exclusive access to our Educational Development Managers – We offer several SEND courses such as Autism Awareness, De-escalation Practices, An introduction to the role of a Cover Supervisor and Behaviour management. All our courses are completely free and will help you to upskill your understanding and approach.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Minimal administration (no time sheets!) – At Simply Education we pride ourselves in making the process easier for you as candidates. We process all timesheets for you ensuring the pay is always on time.
• Email and SMS verification of bookings – For all bookings you will receive a booking confirmation and direct you to the school. You will also have access to an online diary system where you can view your bookings and update your availability.

Opportunities for growth: Opportunities for career advancement and personal growth within our school community. As a team, we will work closely with our educational development team to ensure we can achieve an appropriate and achievable step in your career progression.