Secondary Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel is looking to recruit a strong Teaching Assistant for a brand-new academy in South Bristol.

This school opened in 2023, which means they have years 7-9 at the moment. The team is ever expanding with many pupils with SEND and more staff to support.

You will make a real impact through 1:1 and in-class support, building strong relationships with their Key Stage 3 students. You’ll work alongside the SENDCO, lead TA, and specialists in Speech & Language and ELSA, with opportunities to develop in literacy and numeracy support as we grow.

The successful educator will have:

• a genuine commitment to working with young people, and a desire to support them to thrive in learning and life
• a high level of personal and professional integrity
• a willingness to be both a giver and a receiver of feedback
• a highly organised individual who can effectively prioritise tasks and use time efficiently
• the flexibility, adaptability, resilience and a willingness to be involved with Academy life beyond formal lessons
• the ability to bring simplicity to complex scenarios, communicating key messages effectively to a wide range of audiences
• strong interest research related to education and learning
• a commitment to continual personal learning and development
• the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Benefits:

• Outstanding CPD, including fortnightly coaching, weekly Academy/department sessions, and termly Trust-wide training.
• Run a weekly extra-curricular club of your choice.
• iPad and laptop provided.
• Career development opportunities across the Trust and region.
• Eye care vouchers, Cycle to Work scheme, and Health Shield Cash Plan (GP, dental, physio, chiropody, eye care).
• Policies supporting work-life balance: Time Off, Flexible Working, Sabbatical, and Menopause.
• Confidential counselling for you and your household.
• Join a successful, expert-led department with a strong track record

If you’re interested or would like to know more, please apply with an up to date version of your CV and someone will be in touch.

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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