We are looking for a Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team.
The successful candidate will work alongside teachers to support students' learning, development and wellbeing. You will provide classroom support, work with individuals and small groups, and help create a positive and inclusive learning environment where every student can thrive.
Key responsibilities
- Support teachers in delivering engaging and effective lessons.
- Work with individual students and small groups to support learning and development.
- Help students understand and complete classroom activities.
- Provide additional support to students who may have learning, behavioural or additional needs.
- Encourage students to develop confidence, independence and positive attitudes towards learning.
- Assist with classroom organisation and preparation of resources.
- Support positive behaviour and maintain a safe and welcoming classroom environment.
- Monitor and provide feedback on students' progress where appropriate.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, pastoral staff and other professionals.
- Support the wider life of the school and contribute to students' wellbeing.
About you
We are looking for someone who:
- Is passionate about supporting children and young people.
- Is patient, caring and approachable.
- Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Can build positive relationships with students.
- Is reliable, organised and able to work as part of a team.
- Has a positive and flexible approach to supporting students with different needs.
- Can demonstrate good behaviour management and classroom support skills.
- Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
- DBS on the update service or the willingness to obtain one
Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable, although we will consider candidates who can demonstrate the right skills, attitude and commitment.
What we offer
- A friendly and supportive school environment
- A dedicated and experienced team
- Competitive rates of pay
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
