Job Advert: Teaching Assistant (Alternative Provision)
Location: Chapel-en-le-Firth
Hours: 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday
Salary: £85 - £110 per day, based on experience
Prospero Teaching Agency is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join an Alternative Provision (AP) school in Chapel-en-le-Firth. This is a fantastic opportunity to support primary-aged students who require additional guidance and encouragement in their learning journey.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist the classroom teacher in planning and delivering engaging lessons tailored to students needs.
Support pupils with their individual learning targets and personal development.
Help manage classroom behaviour and maintain a positive learning environment.
Work with small groups or one-on-one to reinforce learning concepts.
Communicate effectively with teachers, staff, and parents regarding student progress.
Participate in the safeguarding and well-being of all students.
Requirements:
Experience working with primary-aged children, preferably in an educational setting.
Strong communication skills with staff and parents.
A genuine passion for supporting and developing pupils learning.
Full-time availability during term time.
Ability to adapt to the needs of students in an alternative provision environment.
Eligibility Criteria:
To be considered for this role through Prospero Teaching, you must:
Hold the Right to Work in the UK.
Have an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to apply for a new one.
Provide two professional child-related references that cover the last two years.
Additional Information:
If you wish to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please submit your updated CV. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency regarding this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and pass all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching to secure this position. All adults working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of those in their care.
Benefits for Successful Candidates:
Free accredited continued professional development courses, including safeguarding and behaviour management.
Access to our in-house Training and Development Team.
We look forward to your application!