Teaching Assistant Vacancy - Join Our Inspirational Team Are you passionate about education and eager to make a meaningful impact on young minds? A vibrant secondary school in Portland is seeking a dedicatred and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join their team. About Us: This school is committed to fostering excellence, resilience, and aspiration in every student. Situated on the picturesque Isle of Portland, the school prides itself on providing a rich and inclusive educational experience. The school is well-known for creating a nurturing environment where students can thrive academically and personally. Role Overview: As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting students' learning journeys. Working closely with teachers, you will help create a stimulating and supportive classroom atmosphere, enabling all students to achieve their full potential. Key Responsibilities: Assist teachers in delivering engaging and differentiated lessons. Support students with their learning, including those with additional needs. Promote positive behaviour management Help prepare classroom resources and displays. Foster strong relationships with students to boost confidence and resilience. About You: We are looking for someone who is: Enthusiastic, patient, and committed to supporting children’s development. Able to build strong relationships with students and staff. Organized and proactive in a fast-paced school setting. Eager to work collaboratively and contribute to the school's ethos of high aspirations. Experience in a similar role or working with children is desirable, but not essential. Training opportunities will be provided for the right candidate. What We Offer: A supportive and friendly working environment Professional development opportunities The chance to be part of a forward-thinking academy trust Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.