Do you have a Level 3 qualification for Teaching Assistants or equivalent?
Do you have a proven track record in supporting students within a school environment, including those with special educational needs?
Can you encourage students to achieve their best?
If you can answer yes to these questions, you could be the perfect fit for this role!
About the Role
As a Teaching Assistant in this secondary school in Sheffield, you will play a key role in helping students achieve their best. You'll work closely with teachers and other school staff to support classroom learning, monitor student progress, and provide additional assistance where needed. This is a rewarding role for someone who enjoys working with young people and wants to contribute to their educational success.
The schools believe in empowering our students to become financially independent. They hold high expectations for all members of the school community and strive to create a supportive environment where everyone feels valued and connected.
Position Details:
Location: Sheffield
Contract: Full time, temporary (12 months) term time
Pay scale: £22,005.68 to £23,835.19 (under 5 years of service) per annum
Essential requirements
... - Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- An Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one).
- A positive, proactive attitude and a passion for education.
Skills
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Patience and understanding when working with students.
- Ability to support students with varying learning needs.
- Knowledge of child protection procedures.
- Strong interpersonal skills with students and staff.
Responsibilities
- Support pupils who are struggling with learning or disengaged from lessons.
- Establish productive working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations.
- Promote inclusion and acceptance for all pupils within the classroom.
- Recognise and respond to the individual needs of pupils, encouraging their involvement and interaction.
- Provide feedback to pupils regarding their progress and achievements.
- Work with the teacher to create an appropriate learning environment.
- Assist in lesson planning, evaluating and adjusting lessons as required.
- Monitor and evaluate pupils' responses to learning activities, recording achievements.
- Provide accurate feedback and reports to the teacher on pupil progress.
- Be aware of and comply with the school's child protection policies and procedures.
What We Offer
- A supportive, collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.
- The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- A Refer a Friend scheme where you could earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions).
Could this be the ideal role for you?
Click "Apply Now" to submit your application for the role of a Teaching Assistant. For more information, please contact andrew.varela@randstadeducation.co.uk or call 01132462500 to speak to Andrew.
