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Bilingual Teaching Assistant
We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic Bilingual Teaching Assistant to join our team and support students who have English as an additional language (EAL).
About the role
As a Bilingual Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in helping students overcome language barriers and thrive in their academic journey. Your responsibilities will include providing one-to-one or small group support to students, assisting with language acquisition and literacy development, and facilitating communication between students and teachers. Additionally, you will help create a supportive and inclusive learning environment where all students feel valued and empowered to succeed. The successful candidate will be fluent in English and another language, possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and have a passion for working with children from diverse cultural backgrounds. Experience working in a school setting and knowledge of educational strategies for supporting EAL students are desirable. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the education and integration of students from diverse linguistic backgrounds.
About the school
A vibrant and inclusive learning community nestled in the heart of Birmingham, dedicated to supporting students with a broad spectrum of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The school embraces diversity and celebrates the unique talents and abilities of each student, including those who have English as an Additional Language (EAL). With a commitment to personalized education, their experienced team of educators and support staff work tirelessly to create a nurturing and stimulating environment where every student can flourish academically, socially, and emotionally. Within the school, they believe in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect, and understanding, where diversity is celebrated, and every student feels valued and empowered to achieve their full potential.
Requirements
To be considered for the role of Bilingual Teaching Assistant you will:
- Have experience working with Children or young adults who have additional needs.
- Be Fluent in an additional language to English.
- A DBS Check, or readiness to undergo a DBS check.
- You must be comfortable with personal care.
- Behavior Management skills.
- You should possess patience and have a child centered approach to your work.
Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:
- Have experience working with Children or young adults who have additional needs.
- Be Fluent in an additional language to English.
ABC Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.
About ABC Teachers
What ABC Teachers offer
- Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
- Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
- Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
- Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
- FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
- Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
- Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.
ABC Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
How to apply
Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Lauren Whitehouse on 01543 410 500 or email lwhitehouse@abc-teachers.co.uk.
