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Are you a compassionate and dedicated individual with a passion working in secondary schools?

We are currently working exclusively with a primary school in Longbridge who are seeking a skilled and caring Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join their team, starting in September 2023. This position is on a full time basis for a full academic year, with the opportunity to turn permanent.

The school is an inclusive and welcoming educational institution located in the vibrant community of Redditch. They are committed to providing a nurturing and supportive environment where all students can reach their full potential. The school values collaboration, respect, and individualized learning, ensuring every child receives the support they need to succeed.

About the role

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the educational and social development of the student. Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing classrooms for lessons, including setting up televisions for video presentations and sourcing books and handouts for students
• Teaching classes unassisted, especially when Teachers are ill or on leave
• Planning and delivering learning and enrichment activities, either with Teachers or independently
• Working with small groups of students or individuals needing special attention
• Developing specialist curricula in areas of interest
• Assessing students’ progress and discussing development with Teachers, parents and Carers
• Consoling students who are unwell, injured or upset
• Supervising student groups on excursions and at sporting events

Requirements

To be considered for this position, you should meet the following criteria:

• Hold a minimum Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification
• Successful relevant experience of working with children of relevant age within a learning environment
• Experience of delivering whole class teaching
• Full working knowledge of relevant policies, codes of practice and legislation plus working knowledge and experience of implementing national curriculum and other relevant learning programmes
• Good understanding of child development with the ability to apply behaviour management policies and strategies which contribute to a purposeful learning environment

Application Process

To apply for this exciting opportunity, apply below!

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with Pioneer People.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

Pioneer People is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.