Graduate Teaching Assistant

Graduate Teaching Assistants:

Are you a new graduate looking to start a career in the classroom? Would you like to gain experience in teaching prior to committing to a PGCE or training programme? Are you passionate about primary education?

Primary schools located across Birmingham are looking for committed psychology/criminology and sports graduates to join their team on a full-time basis as teaching assistants. The role is to work with pupils in KS1 & KS2, identifying individual needs of the students and supporting them with their academic progress.

There are competitive rates of pay, with a minimum of £11.85 an hour. This role would suit a graduate who is interested in utilising their degree whilst gaining hands on experience within an academic setting. Also, for an individual who is considering beginning a career in education.

Roles and responsibility can include:

-being active and engaging around the classroom

-working in small groups or a 1:1 basis

-supporting the class teacher with planning and preparing lessons.

-prior experience working with children is recommended but not essential

-passion for education

-successful applicants will be confident, resilient, and proactive, with a genuine passion to assist young children’s academic and social attainment.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Must have a university degree
• A keen passion for education and learning
• Experience in the classroom/ supporting as a TA is preferred but not essential

Teaching Personnel area leading provider of education staffing; we aim to make a difference everyday through staffing tutoring and supply. Long term and short-term placement opportunities are available, ranging from one term to a full academic year. Schools encourage familiarity for its student and staff bond, so someone looking for a long-term full-time role will be ideal. Safeguarding and other additional training will be provided.

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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