Teaching Assistant
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Job Description: Teaching Assistant
Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Cardiff, Cardiff, Cardiff
Job Type: Temporary
Expected Work Hours: Full-time
Primary Industry: Education and Training
Salary: £77 - £85 Per day
Qualifications: Degree Preferable
Skills: Communication, Relationship Building, Working with Challenging Behaviour, Empathy and Patience
Job Duties:
The Teaching Assistant will provide support to children aged 11-18 in an educational setting. The main responsibilities include:
- Assisting the teacher in delivering lessons and engaging students in the learning process.
- Providing individual or group support to students who require additional assistance.
- Helping students with their assignments, projects, and coursework.
- Managing classroom behaviour and ensuring a safe and inclusive learning environment.
- Supporting students with special educational needs or disabilities.
- Assisting in the preparation of teaching materials and resources.
- Monitoring students' progress and providing feedback to the teacher.
- Collaborating with teachers and other staff members to meet the educational needs of students.
Required Qualifications:
While a degree is not mandatory, it is preferable for candidates to have a relevant qualification in education or a related field. The key requirements for this position are:
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to build positive relationships with students, teachers, and parents/guardians.
- Experience working with challenging behaviour and implementing behaviour management strategies.
- Empathy and patience in dealing with diverse student needs and abilities.
Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills:
The ideal candidate for this role should possess the following:
- Educational background in a relevant field, such as education or child development.
- Prior experience working with children or young adults in an educational or similar setting.
- Knowledge of educational techniques and strategies to support student learning.
- Strong organisational skills and ability to multitask.
- Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Good IT skills and proficiency in using educational software and tools.
Preferred Qualifications:
In addition to the required qualifications, the following are preferred:
- A degree in education or a related field.
- Additional certifications or training in special education or behaviour management.
- Experience working with diverse student populations.
Working Conditions:
The Teaching Assistant will primarily work in a classroom setting within a secondary school. The position is temporary and the work hours are full-time. The role involves interacting with students, teachers, and other school staff on a daily basis. The candidate must be comfortable working with challenging behaviour and adapting to the needs of different students. The ability to maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment is crucial.
This job description is provided by South Wales Secondary Branch. For more details, please contact us.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% 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.
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