Secondary Teaching Assistant
Location
York, North Yorkshire | United Kingdom
Job description
Secondary Teaching Assistant
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Salary: £76 – £96 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full-Time
GSL Education are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic Secondary Teaching Assistant to work at an Alternative Provision located in York, North Yorkshire, starting as soon as possible. The position is suited for Graduates considering a career in the education sector, experienced Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant.
About the School:
- The school's mission is to provide exceptional instruction, opportunities for achievement, and improved life skills to children with issues associated with social, emotional, and mental health.
- The school is distinguished by a committed group of teachers who are enthusiastic about fostering each student's potential.
- The school supports a large number of students with additional learning or neurodevelopmental challenges, such as ADHD and Autism.
- The school's curriculum is designed to be engaging, relevant, and stimulating, providing a solid foundation for future success.
- The school's emphasis on academic success, individual growth, and community involvement reflects its belief in enabling students to become self-assured, accountable, and compassionate, prepared to have a positive impact on the world.
Secondary Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:
- Provide one-on-one or small group support to students, reinforcing learning objectives and promoting independent thinking.
- To support the class teacher in the delivery of a creative curriculum, outdoor curriculum, or play-based learning curriculum.
- To work in partnership with other support staff, teachers, and outside agencies to ensure each child receives the best education and support.
- To track progress and developmental markers.
- Foster a positive and respectful classroom atmosphere that encourages active participation and a love for learning.
Secondary Teaching Assistant Requirements:
- Be educated to Degree level or hold a relevant Level 2 qualification or higher in childcare.
- Have a clear understanding, knowledge, or hands-on experience of supporting people with autism, learning difficulties, social, emotional, and mental health needs or speech, language, and communication needs.
- Be a flexible, dynamic, and reliable practitioner.
- Have a genuine desire to work in the education sector.
- Have a Child Only DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for a new one. DBS sponsorship is available for this post.
Please be aware that the successful applicants for this position must pass all background safer recruiting checks and possess a thorough knowledge and awareness of safeguarding and child protection.
To apply for the role of
Secondary Teaching Assistant in
York , please call
Kerry Fowler at GSL Education and submit your up-to-date CV via the application link. Alternatively, please visit the
GSL Education official website to apply online.
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Salary
£76 - £96 per day
