Behavioural Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of students with behavioural needs? Do you possess the skills and dedication to contribute to a specialised behavioural unit?

If so, Educate is looking for experienced Teaching Assistants to join our dynamic team and work full-time in our partner school for secondary school pupils up to the age of 16.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting students with behavioural needs to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. You will work closely with the teaching staff and other professionals to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Please call a member of our team on (phone number removed) to speak to one of our team for more information.

Benefits of joining the Educate Group:

• Led by experienced educators with over 85+ years of combined education experience.
• Provides staffing solutions to schools with a commitment to high-quality support for partner schools.
• Offers flexible work arrangements to achieve a work-life balance.
• Provides opportunities to build relevant classroom-based experience with reputable schools in the area.
• Offers free regular training from a team of educators.
• Opportunity to apply for initial teacher training with Educate ITT and link schools.
• Potential for permanent job placement if available.

Responsibilities of a Teaching Assistant:

1. Support the teacher in preparing classroom materials.
2. Assist individual students and manage student behaviour.
3. Assess progress and provide feedback.
4. Create a positive learning environment, providing support during activities.
5. Help with administrative tasks.
6. Follow school policies and procedures.

Requirements of a Teaching Assistant:

• No qualifications are required, although good standards of literacy and numeracy are needed.
• Experience working with children or young people would be beneficial.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to manage behaviour effectively.
• A positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Flexibility and adaptability.

Registrations required to be a Teaching Assistant:

• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, but if you do not have one, you can apply for a new one through Educate.
• You must register with the EWC (Education Workforce Council) to work in Wales.

Notes:

• All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, as we cannot offer a work permit to any applicant or facilitate work permits for any vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.
• We are a member of the REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation).
• The Educate Group are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children.
• As a matter of courtesy, the Educate Group aim to respond to all applications within 48 hours.
• A higher rate is achievable for candidates with a proven track record of high attainment within the required job role or subject area.
• All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.

If you want to know more about the Educate Group and the current opportunities, don't hesitate to contact one of our team on (phone number removed).