Prospero Teaching is excited to be recruiting for a fantastic school in Selly Oak, Birmingham, which is looking to welcome a dedicated Teaching Assistant to their team. This is a wonderful opportunity to work in an inclusive and supportive environment, where you will play a crucial role in supporting the academic and social development of students. Location - Selly Oak Position - Teaching Assistant Type of work - working under the direction of the class teacher Contract or position start date - ASAP Duration - Ongoing Contract or position end date - Ongoing Contract type - Temporary Full time/part time - Full time Minimum rate of pay - Negotiable Hours - 8:30 am - 3:30pm : Mon - Fri (term time only) Key Responsibilities:
* Supporting class teachers with lesson delivery and student engagement
* Assisting with small group work or one-to-one support for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
* Helping with classroom management and ensuring a positive, inclusive learning environment
* Supervising children during break times, lunch, and other school activities
Experience, Training, and Qualifications:
* Previous experience working with children, either in a school setting or a similar role
* A passion for education and supporting young people
* Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant or equivalent) are desirable but not essential
* Safeguarding: Up-to-date Safeguarding training is imperative. If you havent completed a Safeguarding course in the last 12 months, Prospero Teaching can provide you with a free course.
To be eligible for any job with Prospero Teaching, you must:
* Hold the Right to Work in the UK
* Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service, or be willing to process a new application
* Provide two professional child-related references that cover at least the last two years
Why Choose Prospero Teaching:
* Competitive pay rates
* Ongoing professional development opportunities
* A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your career
* Access to a wide range of educational settings
* A fulfilling role where you can make a real difference to students lives
How to Apply: If youre excited about supporting young learners in Saltley and joining a school where you can truly make a difference, please apply with your up-to-date CV. For any further information or questions, feel free to call the Birmingham office at (phone number removed). Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and pass all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people is responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people