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Are you ready to take on a challenge that is both demanding and incredibly rewarding?
Are you a team player who is eager to collaborate with dedicated professionals?
Can you inspire and motivate students to reach their full potential?
The Role: Teaching Assistant (Mainstream Secondary)
This is an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated and proactive individual to join a thriving mainstream secondary school in Wakefield. This full-time position, starting ASAP, is ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting the academic and personal growth of young people. The role of a Teaching Assistant is crucial in helping to create an inclusive and effective learning environment. You will be instrumental in ensuring all students have the support they need to succeed, whether that's through one-to-one support, small group interventions, or general classroom assistance. This is a role that offers daily rewards and the chance to contribute to a vibrant and forward-thinking educational community.
About the School
Situated in Wakefield, the school is at the heart of its community. They have a strong reputation for academic excellence and a holistic approach to student development. The school prides itself on its inclusive ethos, where every student is valued and encouraged to flourish. Staff are part of a close-knit team that benefits from strong leadership and a commitment to professional growth. With a focus on innovation and student well-being, the school provides a supportive and stimulating environment for both its pupils and its employees.
Essential Requirements
- Proven experience of working with children or young people, preferably in a secondary school setting.
- The ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and parents.
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- Enhanced Child DBS on the updated service (Willingness to apply for one)
Essential Skills
- Communication: The ability to communicate clearly and effectively with a diverse range of individuals.
- Patience: A calm and patient demeanour to support students who may be facing challenges.
- Empathy: The capacity to understand and respond to the emotional and social needs of students.
- Teamwork: A collaborative spirit and a willingness to work closely with teachers and other staff.
- Adaptability: The flexibility to respond to new situations and change your approach as needed.
- Initiative: The ability to use your own judgement and take the lead when appropriate.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide one-to-one and small group support to students, helping them to access the curriculum.
- Assist the class teacher in preparing and delivering engaging lesson activities.
- Help to manage classroom behaviour, ensuring a positive and productive learning environment.
- Support students with special educational needs (SEN) or emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD), implementing individualised support plans.
- Listen to students read, support literacy and numeracy skills, and assist with homework.
- Contribute to the assessment and monitoring of student progress, providing feedback to the teacher.
- Supervise students during out-of-lesson times, such as breaks, lunch, and on school trips.
- Undertake administrative duties, including preparing resources, creating displays, and maintaining records.
- Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all students within the classroom and the wider school community.
- Act as a positive role model, fostering a culture of respect, kindness, and hard work.
What We Offer:
- A supportive, collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.
- The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- A Refer a Friend scheme where you could earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions).
Click "Apply Now" to submit your application for the role of a Teaching assistant. For more information, please contact leeds@randstadeducation.co.uk or call 01132462500 to speak to the secondary team.
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