Teaching Assistant

Location: Leeds
Job Type: Permanent
Industry: Secondary Support
Reference: MPC/SEC-SENTA5
Salary: Market related
Job Published: over 1 year ago

Exciting Opportunity! Teaching Assistant Wanted in York!

Are you passionate about education and supporting the academic and personal development of students? Do you thrive in a role where you can make a positive impact and work closely with teachers and students? If so, we have an amazing opportunity for you! Our prestigious school in York is seeking a dedicated and caring Teaching Assistant to join our team.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing essential support to teachers and students, both inside and outside the classroom. You will work closely with individual students or small groups, assisting with their learning, providing guidance, and helping to create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment. Your dedication and commitment will contribute to the overall success and well-being of our students.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support teachers in delivering engaging lessons and activities.
  • Assist individual students or small groups with their learning needs.
  • Provide guidance and support for students' academic progress.
  • Help create and maintain an inclusive and supportive classroom environment.
  • Collaborate with teachers and other support staff to meet individual student requirements.
  • Support students' emotional well-being and encourage positive behavior.
  • Assist with administrative tasks as needed.

What we're looking for:

  • Passion for education and a genuine desire to make a positive impact on students' lives.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Patience, empathy, and the ability to build positive relationships with students.
  • Flexibility and adaptability in responding to the needs of students and teachers.
  • Good organizational and time-management skills.
  • Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or working with children is desirable but not essential.

Why join us:

  • A supportive and collaborative school community committed to student success.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • The chance to work with dedicated and passionate educators.
  • Competitive pay and benefits package.
  • Vibrant city of York with its rich history, cultural heritage, and beautiful surroundings.

If you are passionate about education, enjoy working with children, and are eager to make a difference in their lives, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our team as a Teaching Assistant in York and be part of a supportive and engaging educational environment where you can contribute to the success and well-being of our students.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the 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 FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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