Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Teaching Assistance
Location: St Albans
Start Date: April 2025 with the potential of sooner
Contract Type: Part-Time
Salary: In line with MPS/UPS

About the school

The School in St Albans, Hertfordshire, is a highly regarded secondary school known for its academic achievements and strong community spirit. Serving students aged 11 to 18, the school offers a wide range of subjects and extracurricular activities, ensuring a well-rounded education. With a focus on high academic standards, personal development, and a supportive environment, the School strives to help every student reach their full potential. The school is also known for its excellent facilities and dedicated staff, making it a popular choice for families in the local area.

About the local area

St Albans is a historic city in Hertfordshire, England, known for its rich Roman history and stunning medieval architecture. Famous for the magnificent St Albans Cathedral, the city offers a blend of heritage and modern living, with charming streets, independent shops, and vibrant markets. St Albans is also home to excellent schools, parks, and cultural attractions, making it a popular place for families and commuters. With its close proximity to London and a strong sense of community, St Albans provides a balanced and attractive environment to live and work.

Teaching Assistants required for Independent Secondary Schools in St Albans

Teaching Personnel are the UK's leading education staffing supplier and we are currently sourcing Teaching Assistants for a number of support staff opportunities in Secondary Schools for the St Albans and surrounding areas from September 2024.

We are mostly seeking Teaching Assistants who can commit to long-term contracts or are seeking future permanent employment in a school. Teaching Assistant contracts can last anywhere between 1 month to 3 months, with the opportunity to go permanent for some schools.

What to expect as a Teaching Assistant?

Day-to-day tasks

As a Teaching Assistant, you could:

• Help teachers prepare lesson materials
• Set up and tidy classrooms for lessons
• Work with students on a 1:1 or small group basis, supporting their learning
• Watch, record and report the progress students make
• Look after children who are upset or unwell
• Lead classes with help from the teacher

Would you be the right fit?

• Previous experience in a school is advantageous
• Friendly, confident and calm attitude
• Previous experience working with children or young adults
• Adaptable to working with children with vulnerable backgrounds
• An individual with good knowledge of Safeguarding and Keeping Children Safe in Education
• Be passionate about helping students to succeed academically, emotionally, and socially
• Have a calming presence and be able to engage well with the pupils (Year 1 to Year 11)
• You will be dedicated to ensure that all children achieve their very best
• Contribute to the values, ethos, and the development of the school

Benefits of working with Teaching Personnel:

✓ Competitive salary package
✓ Opportunities for professional development and growth with our highly effective CPD Academy
✓ Dedicated and Experienced Secondary Consultant (4+ of experience working in the area) as your point of contact for opportunities and to manage your experience working with Teaching Personnel
✓ The chance to be part of the UK's largest Education Recruitment Agency Provider
✓ An established agency remaining open during COVID with over 80+ branches nationwide
✓ Wide opportunities for local work in Borehamwood and surrounding areas
✓ Guidance for Graduates who are seeking their first role in education as part of our Future Teachers Programme

Like the sound of this role?

We look forward to your application; alternatively, please send your most up-to-date CV to hannah.mcmillan@teachingpersonnel.com

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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