Teaching Assistant

Are you a university graduate looking to work in Schools?

Teaching Assistant positions in:

Primary schools
Secondary schools
Special Educational Needs (SEN) schools

Working patterns

Flexible day-to-day supply
Part-time
Full-time
Opportunities that can lead to permanent positions

Main responsibilities

Supporting pupils with English, Maths and Science.
Working one-to-one with children who have Special Educational Needs (SEN).
Encouraging and motivating pupils.
Assisting the classroom teacher with lessons and classroom management.

Requirements

A university degree (degrees in Education, Early Years, Psychology or Sports are particularly desirable, but other relevant degrees will also be considered).
Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Good understanding of SEN and additional learning needs.
Reliability and a strong work ethic.

Who it's suitable for

This role is well suited to graduates who:

Want experience in schools before becoming a teacher
Are interested in supporting children with SEN.
Are looking for flexible work that could become permanent.If you're thinking of applying, it's worth tailoring your CV to highlight:

Any experience working with children or young people (schools, tutoring, coaching, volunteering, childcare, mentoring).
Knowledge or experience of SEN (e.g. autism, ADHD, dyslexia, speech and language needs).
Communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills.
Your enthusiasm for working in education and supporting children's learning.Please apply with your CV and if your application is successful, one of the team will be in touch