Teaching Assistant

Stevenage, Hertfordshire
STS22261_1612806015
Date Posted: 08 Feb 2021
  1. Teaching Assistant
£75 - £85 per day
  1. Long-term

Teaching Assistant

Stevenage, Hertfordshire
This vacancy has now expired


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Are you considering a career within education? Are you an experienced teaching assistant or teacher looking for work?

Tradewind Hertfordshire are looking to appoint teaching assistants for a number of different schools across Stevenage to support students from April 2021. We are looking to appoint Teaching Assistants with a passion for education and are able to offer CV enhancing roles as a stepping stone into teacher training and permanent contracts in some of the counties best schools for September 2021. Equally, we're interested in speaking with experienced education staff able to offer 2-5 days a week supporting pupils and schools.

Tradewind Recruitment are currently working with a range of schools offering superb facilities, great behaviour and high achieving academic results. All of these schools will have various requirements and will call Tradewind to supply their pupils with the best Teaching Assistants available.


Graduates looking to gain school or classroom experience are welcome to apply, please ensure any child related work is highlighted and an informal conversation about the above schools and you options is welcomed.


The successful applicant will:
*Be an outgoing, inspirational individual, eager to further their own skills and knowledge in a classroom environment
*Be able to build positive relationships with students based on mutual trust and respect, in order to improve student attainment, and personal progression
*Have the drive and aspiration to complete their teacher training after their Teaching Assistant experience

As a Teaching Assistant, you will be responsible for ensuring that the needs of all students are met, and they are provided with a stimulating and encouraging environment to learn effectively. You will be working in both small groups and with individuals who may have a range of differing needs. Some students may have learning difficulties such as ASD, ADHD or Global Delay. Others may have English as their second language or come from low socioeconomic backgrounds and struggle with their behaviour. You will need to be adaptable, flexible, use your initiative and communicate well with the class teacher and SENCO to ensure all students are provided with the support they require.

Stevenage is well supported with local public transport from Welwyn Garden City, Hatfield and surrounding towns and all schools offer free parking for all staff.


By registering with Tradewind, we can offer you:

*We attract top education talent and in return offer top rates of pay
*We care about your training and development more than any other agency - which is why we can 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 a brilliant bonus!
*Full interview preparation and assistance - so you're fully prepped and confident, increasing your chances of success
*Help with lesson planning - our support doesn't stop once we've secured you a placement
*Online Portal for your timesheets and log your availability
*Free social and networking events to get to know your peers and consultants

To be successful in the Teaching Assistant role you will need to:
*Hold a minimum 2:1 degree in any specialism
*This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks
*Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and any employment breaks must be explained
*You must have the legal right to work in the UK

Click 'Apply now' to be considered for this great position as a Teaching Assistant in Stevenage, Hertfordshire. Or for more information about the role, contact Sam Taylor on 01727 236 255 or email Sam.Taylor@twrecruitment.com

We look forward to hearing from you and helping take you on the next step of your education career.

The footer - Tradewind Recruitment is a Sunday Times Top 100 employer - stopping at nothing to ensure our candidates, clients and employees come first. At Tradewind you will have access to 25 fully certified CPD courses, that's 18 more than our next nearest competitor, all focused on making you the best you can be. We have the very best people available 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. Put simply; we listen, we learn, we deliver. Why? Because our people matter most. Awarded REC Audited Education gold standard - Tradewind Recruitment are committed to Safeguarding and are also a proud Equal Opportunities Employer.

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