Teaching Assistant Level 2

🌟 Job Opportunity: Teaching Assistant at an Oldham Secondary School 🌟

Are you passionate about supporting students and fostering an inclusive learning environment? Our friendly and supportive secondary school in Oldham is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our team, starting in September 2024!

💼 Position: Teaching Assistant
🏫 School: An Oldham Secondary School
💰 Salary: Up to £95 per day
📅 Schedule: 5 days a week, working from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm
📅 Start Date: September 2024

🔍 What We're Looking For:

We are seeking a Teaching Assistant who has the following skills and experience:

• Qualifications: NVQ 2 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualification/experience.
• Academic Background: A*- C or 9 - 4 grade in G.C.S.E. English and Maths.
• Training: Willingness to undertake training in relevant learning strategies, such as literacy/Key Stage 3, or specialized curriculum training.
• Experience:
  • Experience working with or caring for children of secondary school age.
  • An understanding of children's development and learning processes.
  • Awareness of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in a school setting.
  • Experience in preparing educational resources.
  • Familiarity with using technological equipment (Excel, Publisher, photocopier).
  • Understanding of inclusion and its application in a school environment.
• Skills:
  • Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with students and colleagues.
  • Proficiency in using ICT to support learning.
  • Flexibility to work with students at all levels, recognizing individual needs and learning styles.
  • Adaptability in teaching approach to meet the diverse needs of students.
  • Sensitivity and professionalism when liaising with parents and carers.
  • Ability to promote a positive ethos and act as a good role model.
  • Capacity to work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities.
  • Commitment to continual self-improvement through self-evaluation and learning from others.
  • Flexibility to adapt to the workload demands, including occasional out-of-hours work to support school functions.
  • An excellent attendance record.

🌟 Desirable Skills:

• First Aid Training
• Experience in assisting students with English as an Additional Language (EAL) who require support in language acquisition.

🌈 What We Offer:

• Competitive salary of up to £95 per day.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• A chance to make a significant impact on students' learning and well-being.
• A positive and inclusive school culture where every staff member is valued.

If you are enthusiastic about helping students reach their full potential and thrive in a supportive school environment, we'd love to hear from you!

To apply, please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position to ##### or call Alex on 0161 674 0138.

Deadline for applications: End of September 2024

Oldham Secondary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.