About Us:
We are seeking a passionate, motivated, and dedicated Teaching Assistants to join a supportive team based in Reading. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to make a real impact on students' education while progressing in their career.
Job Description:
As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with our teachers to support the learning and development of students in the classroom. Your role will involve assisting with lesson delivery, supporting students with additional learning needs, helping with classroom management, and contributing to the overall development of a positive and effective learning environment.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons and activities.
2. Provide 1:1 support to students who require additional help.
3. Work with small groups of students to encourage learning and provide personalised support.
4. Help with classroom organization and maintain a positive, structured environment.
5. Support students' emotional and social development, helping them to build self-confidence.
6. Help with the preparation and maintenance of teaching resources.
7. Monitor and report on student progress, as directed by the class teacher.
Progression Opportunities:
We are committed to helping our staff grow and progress in their careers. As a Teaching Assistant, you will have the opportunity to:
1. Develop professionally through in-house training and professional development opportunities.
2. Progress to roles such as Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) or Learning Support Assistant.
3. Access opportunities to work towards qualified teacher status (QTS) with support from our mentoring program.
4. Take on additional responsibilities such as leading small groups, teaching intervention programs, or managing classroom activities as you gain experience.
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.
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