Teaching Assistant
- Teaching Assistant
- Rochdale
- Full Time
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Are you passionate about making a difference in the classroom? Do you have a natural ability to support students in their learning journey and help them reach their potential? We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and dynamic team in Halifax. This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in a welcoming school community, supporting both students and teachers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide assistance to the class teacher in delivering engaging and effective lessons across various subjects
- Offer one-to-one and small group support to students, ensuring they are engaged and on track with their learning
- Assist students with special educational needs (SEN) or those who require additional support, helping them overcome learning barriers
- Help prepare classroom materials and learning resources to ensure a well-organised, stimulating environment
- Support the teacher in maintaining positive classroom behaviour and encouraging student participation
- Assist with school activities, trips, and events, contributing to the overall school experience
- Provide pastoral care, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for all students
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- A recognised Teaching Assistant qualification (Level 2 or above preferred, but not essential for the right candidate)
- Previous experience working with children in an educational setting (experience with SEN is an advantage)
- A positive, compassionate approach with a genuine interest in supporting children's education and well-being
- Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively alongside teachers and staff
- Flexibility and adaptability to work in different classroom settings and respond to individual student needs
- A proactive and enthusiastic attitude towards learning and school life
Apply now for further information on the role.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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