Secondary Teaching Assistant

Secondary Teaching Assistant - Bushey, Hertfordshire

Position: Secondary Teaching Assistant
Location: Bushey, Hertfordshire
Contract Type: Long-Term
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £85-£105 depending on experience

Are you passionate about supporting students and helping them achieve their potential?

This school are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Secondary Teaching Assistant to join their supportive and dynamic team at a secondary school in Bushey, Hertfordshire. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for education, looking to make a positive impact on students' academic and personal development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students in a variety of subjects
• Assist teachers in planning and delivering lessons to ensure all students are engaged and supported
• Help students with their learning, both in the classroom and in small groups or on a one-to-one basis
• Support students with special educational needs (SEN), ensuring they can access the curriculum effectively
• Provide feedback to teachers on student progress, including any challenges or successes
• Assist with classroom management and behaviour to maintain a positive learning environment
• Help prepare learning resources and materials for lessons
• Support the social and emotional development of students, promoting a positive and inclusive school culture
• Attend meetings and contribute to school activities as required

About You:

• A strong passion for working with young people and helping them succeed academically
• Previous experience in a teaching assistant or similar role within a secondary school is preferred, but not essential
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with students and staff
• A patient, flexible, and proactive approach to supporting students
• Understanding of the needs of students with SEN, including but not limited to learning difficulties and behavioural needs
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently
• A positive, enthusiastic attitude and a willingness to support the school's ethos

Why Join Us?

• Work in a welcoming and supportive school environment
• Be part of a committed and collaborative team that values professional development
• Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people
• Access to ongoing training and development opportunities
• Competitive salary and benefits package

If you are interested in this Secondary Teaching Assistant opportunity, trial days can be arranged immediately!

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references. This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Apply for this Secondary Teaching Assistant opportunity by sending your CV to Clarus Education. You will be contacted by your personal consultant (if shortlisted)!

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Job Types: Full-time, Graduate

Pay: £85.00-£105.00 per day

Benefits:

• Referral programme

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person