We are working with a community-minded primary school, based in Bury, who have a large need for experienced Teaching Assistants on both a long term / full time basis and for day to day supply cover. Working with this school will offer you the opportunity to assist children of all different walks of life in their education, development and social wellbeing!
This one-form entry school are seeking to recruit experienced Teaching Assistants who have a Level 3 qualification following the lockdown. Staff must be flexible and be able to perform a number of different tasks based on the requirements of the school; based not only on the national curriculum, but also to include social skills, wellbeing, personal development, and support for one and other.
The school's needs range from general classroom assistance to developmental assistance in reading, writing & maths, to one-on-one support for students with special educational needs and behavioural support. To be considered for this position you must have classroom experience; be prepared to perform whichever task is required of you; have strong interpersonal skills; be able to engage pupils and differentiate work according to academic levels.
To join us and be successful in this role, you will need to:
* A minimum of a Level 2, but preferably Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification
* Be subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks
* Provide a CV with employment/education history included. Employment breaks must be explained
* Have the legal right to work in the UK
This role will include:
-Assisting the teaching staff with classroom management and learning objectives
-Teaching pupils with learning developmental difficulties, usually on a 121 basis
-Supporting students with special educational needs or behavioural issues
-Taking responsibility for the safeguarding of the young people in your care
-Supporting the school team to provide a stimulating, safe and nurturing environment for students to learn
About the school:
This school has a positive and empowering ethos, which permeates all aspects of school life. Leadership has created a culture where staff care for their students, and students in turn feel safe, secure and supported whilst at school. The school community is united in its goals and staff are very well-trained. Pupil progress is above the national average, and support staff are used effectively to assist with disadvantaged students and pupils with Special Educational Needs.
About the role:
-Day-to-Day experience on a rolling basis, with longer term opportunities for the right candidates
-Hours are 08:15-16:00
-Free onsite parking and close to local transport links from the city centre
-You may be required to assist with programmes outside the classroom and after school from time to time
The benefits of working as Teaching Assistant at this school include:
-Working in a friendly, supportive team
-Ongoing professional development and promotion opportunities
The benefits of working your initial temporary period in the role through Tradewind include:
-We offer you more certified CPD courses than any other education recruitment agency, 25 to be exact! That's 18 more than our next nearest competitor!
-Great referral scheme - recommend a friend and earn up to *£100
-Full interview preparation and assistance - so you're fully prepped and confident, increasing your chances of success.
-Online Portal for your time sheets and to log your availability
-Free social and networking events to get to know your peers and consultants
If this sounds like the perfect role for you:
Click 'Apply Now' to be considered for this Teaching Assistant position, located in Bury. For more information about the role, contact Cameron on 0161 674 0138 / cameron.mcbryde@twrecruitment.com
More about Tradewind Recruitment:
Tradewind Recruitment is a Sunday Times Top 100 employer - stopping at nothing to ensure our candidates and employees come first. We have the very best people to take your call and look after you every step of the way. We pride ourselves on exceptional service and take the time to really get to know you, to ensure we have a thorough understanding of your career goals and work hard on your behalf to secure you positions with great rates of pay (all rates are typically inclusive of holiday pay, however we will happily accrue this upon request) and plenty of development opportunities. We have more certified CPD courses than any other education recruitment agency, a brilliant referral bonus, full interview preparation, help with lesson planning, online Portal for your timesheets and log your availability and plenty more benefits by registering with Tradewind. Because our people matter most.
