Teaching Assistants

Kingsway Park High School; Milnrow; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Kingsway Park High School in Milnrow, England is seeking a caring and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our inclusive school community. You will work alongside teachers and the SEND team to help students access learning, develop confidence and reach their full potential.

The role welcomes experienced Teaching Assistants but also invites applicants with transferable skills from youth work, care or mentoring.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above or equivalent (as listed)
• Experience or transferable skills from youth work, care, mentoring, primary education or similar roles may be considered

Responsibilities

• Support students with a range of needs to access learning and develop confidence
• Build positive relationships with students, families and colleagues while promoting safeguarding and wellbeing

Skills

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Inclusion awareness

Job description

Kingsway Park High School is looking for a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our successful and inclusive school community. Working alongside teachers and our SEND team, you will support students with a range of additional needs, helping them to access learning, develop confidence and achieve their full potential. This role would suit experienced Teaching Assistants, but we also welcome applications from people with transferable skills from youth work, care, mentoring, primary education or similar roles. At Kingsway Park High School, you'll be part of a diverse and ambitious school serving around 1,350 students. We are proud of our inclusive ethos and our commitment to ensuring that every young person feels valued, supported and able to succeed. We are looking for someone who:

• Has GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above or equivalent)
• Enjoys working with young people and supporting their development
• Can build positive relationships with students, families and colleagues
• Is patient, resilient and committed to inclusion
• Shares our commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing