Secondary Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about education and eager to make a difference in the lives of young people? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Secondary Teaching Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to support students' learning and development in a vibrant and supportive environment. Key Responsibilities: * Classroom Support: Assist teachers in delivering engaging lessons, working with small groups or individual students to ensure they understand and complete tasks. * Student Engagement: Encourage and motivate students to participate in classroom activities, offering additional help where needed. * Resource Preparation: Help prepare learning materials and resources, ensuring they are ready for use in lessons. * Behaviour Management: Support the classroom teacher in managing student behaviour, maintaining a positive and productive learning environment. * Special Educational Needs (SEN) Support: Work closely with students who have special educational needs, providing tailored support to help them achieve their full potential. * Administrative Tasks: Assist with marking, recording progress, and other administrative tasks to support the teaching staff. Qualifications and Experience: * Essential: * Minimum of GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths. * Previous experience working with children or young people, preferably in an educational setting. * Strong communication and interpersonal skills. * Ability to work effectively as part of a team. * A genuine passion for helping students succeed. * Desirable: * A Level qualifications or equivalent. * Experience working with students with SEN. * Relevant qualifications such as a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Diploma