Job Title: Secondary School Teaching Assistant
Location: Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Secondary School Teaching Assistant with a strong emphasis on safeguarding to join our dynamic team in Hertfordshire. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting the overall educational and personal development of students, with a specific focus on creating a safe and secure learning environment. If you are committed to promoting the well-being of students and ensuring their safety, this role provides an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners.
Responsibilities:
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Safeguarding Support:
- Work closely with teachers and other staff members to contribute to the development and implementation of effective safeguarding policies and procedures.
- Act as a key point of contact for students who may require additional support regarding safeguarding concerns.
- Monitor student well-being and behavior, identifying and addressing any signs of distress, vulnerability, or potential safeguarding issues.
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Classroom Assistance:
- Collaborate with teachers to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Provide support to students in their academic and personal development, adapting assistance to individual needs.
- Assist in the preparation and organization of classroom materials and activities.
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Individualized Support:
- Work one-on-one or in small groups with students who require additional assistance, adapting teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles.
- Provide emotional support to students, fostering a positive and encouraging atmosphere.
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Communication and Collaboration:
- Maintain open and effective communication with teachers, parents, and other staff members regarding student progress and well-being.
- Collaborate with external agencies and professionals as necessary to ensure comprehensive support for students.
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Training and Development:
- Stay informed about current safeguarding guidelines and attend relevant training sessions to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Participate in professional development opportunities to continually improve your effectiveness in supporting students.
Requirements:
- Experience working with secondary school students in an educational or youth-focused setting.
- Knowledge of safeguarding principles and a commitment to promoting a safe and inclusive learning environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team of educators and professionals.
- Relevant qualifications, such as a Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
If you feel like this job is fit for you, please apply now or send over your CV to nelly.kiridaran@protocol-education.com
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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