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Tradewind Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to support a mixed mainstream Secondary School based in South Liverpool. The position is due to start in September 2020 and will continue on a full time, long term basis with the view of a permanent offer.

The Role
Your duties as a Teaching Assistant will include supporting interventions of core subjects for pupils needing 'catch up' and helping to raise attainment of higher achieving pupils who are keen to attain a higher grade/level in English or Maths. Under the direction of the teacher; you will be required work with pupils on a one to one basis - reporting back to the class teacher on progress of individual pupils. You may be allocated to different year groups across KS3 and KS4, therefore a good knowledge of English and Maths at KS3 and 4 including GCSE level is desirable.

The School
Located in a thriving area of South Liverpool with excellent transport links and on site parking this school is deemed 'Good' by Ofsted and has a strong consistent Senior Leadership team. Over 99.9% of pupils have achieved a pass in A Levels and the school is above the national average in English and Maths! Behaviour is good and with high aspirations for all pupils the school aims to inspire students to embrace learning and develop the skills necessary to be successful in today's ever changing society.

To join us and be considered for this Higher Level Teaching Assistant vacancy you must:
* Hold a recognised TA qualification or equivalent - Graduates of English and Maths also welcome to apply;
* Have some experience working within a school or childcare setting;
* Be passionate about seeing children improve and succeed;
* This position is subject to Enhanced DBS, Overseas police check (if applicable) and satisfactory references;
* Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and any gaps in employment must be explained;
* Have the legal right to work in the UK.

The benefits of registering with Tradewind:
* 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, 39 to be exact!
* 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

Click 'Apply Now' to be considered for this Teaching Assistant position based in Liverpool. Interviews for successful applicants may potentially be coordinated over Zoom/Skype by the school.

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 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.

We specialise in matching teachers and support staff with their dream job, and help primary, secondary and SEN schools recruit for a wide range of roles across our 12 offices in the UK. Awarded REC Audited Education gold standard - Tradewind Recruitment are committed to Safeguarding and are also a proud Equal Opportunities Employer.