Teaching Assistant

Job title:

Teaching Assistant

Company:

Prospero Teaching

Job description

Job descriptionProspero Teaching is excited to be recruiting for a welcoming and dynamic school in Shard End, Birmingham. This school is looking for a passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team. You will play a vital role in supporting students’ academic progress and emotional development, helping to create a positive, engaging learning environment for all pupils.Location – Shard End
Position – Teaching Assistant
Type of work – working under the direction of the class teacher
Contract or position start date – ASAP
Duration – Ongoing
Contract or position end date – Ongoing
Contract type – Temporary
Full time/part time – Full time
Minimum rate of pay – Negotiable
Hours – 8:30 am – 3:30pm : Mon – Fri (term time only)Key Responsibilities:
· Supporting class teachers with lesson delivery and student engagement
· Assisting with small group work or one-to-one support for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
· Helping with classroom management and ensuring a positive, inclusive learning environment
· Supervising children during break times, lunch, and other school activitiesExperience, Training, and Qualifications:
· Previous experience working with children, either in a school setting or a similar role
· A passion for education and supporting young people
· Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant or equivalent) are desirable but not essential
· Safeguarding: Up-to-date Safeguarding training is imperative. If you havent completed a Safeguarding course in the last 12 months, Prospero Teaching can provide you with a free course.To be eligible for any job with Prospero Teaching, you must:
· Hold the Right to Work in the UK
· Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service, or be willing to process a new application
· Provide two professional child-related references that cover at least the last two yearsWhy Choose Prospero Teaching:
· Competitive pay rates
· Ongoing professional development opportunities
· A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your career
· Access to a wide range of educational settings
· A fulfilling role where you can make a real difference to students livesHow to Apply:
If youre excited about supporting young learners in Saltley and joining a school where you can truly make a difference, please apply with your up-to-date CV. For any further information or questions, feel free to call the Birmingham office at 0121 227 2430.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and pass all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people is responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people.Contract/Position Details:About ProsperoProud to be listed in the Times as one of ‘The Best Companies To Work For’, Prospero Teaching is an innovative and forward-thinking recruitment agency. With over two decades of experience, our education consultants work hard to find you the most suitable role, from a wide range of teaching jobs across the UK, in thousands of excellent schools, academies, and nurseries. We are an APSCO-audited education agency, and our awards for excellence demonstrate our commitment to high-quality service and best practice.

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Location

United Kingdom

Job date

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:04:43 GMT

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