Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Job description
Location: Bradford
Contract: Full-time, Temp to Perm
Salary: £13.75 - £15.00 per hour
About the Role:
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Alternative Provision Teaching Assistant to join a dedicated team supporting pupils aged 5-16 who have found mainstream education challenging. Working under the direction of the SENDCo, class teacher, or HLTA, you will play a vital role in delivering targeted interventions designed to accelerate pupil progress and overcome barriers to learning.
This is a full-time position based in Bradford, offering a temp to perm opportunity for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities:
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Implement planning and assessment for individual pupils or small groups to support accelerated progress
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Support pupils in developing communication, independence, social skills, and positive behaviour management
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Organise, run, monitor, and report on the impact of targeted interventions
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Prepare and adapt resources to meet individual student needs
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Cover classes in the absence of teaching staff as required
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Communicate effectively with parents and carers regarding pupil progress and needs
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Deliver interventions independently and provide ideas and resources to support learning
Essential Requirements:
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GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics at grade 9-5
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Relevant childcare/education qualification (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent) desirable
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Experience working with children in an educational setting, including those with EAL (English as an Additional Language)
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Proven experience delivering small group interventions independently
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Ability to administer and assess routine tests
About the Setting:
The school is a specialist Alternative Provision catering for pupils aged 5-16 who require tailored educational support beyond mainstream settings. The provision offers a broad curriculum that includes vocational studies, outdoor learning, and personal and social development programs designed to prepare students for successful futures.
If you are interested in this position, please click apply now and Esther will contact you within 48 hours to discuss next steps.
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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