Teaching Assistant

Are you a passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant looking for exciting opportunities in South Birmingham schools? Prospero Teaching is seeking enthusiastic and reliable Teaching Assistants to work across a variety of schools in the South Birmingham area. Whether you're looking for daily supply work, short-term contracts, or long-term placements, we have opportunities to suit your availability and experience. Location - South Birmingham Position - Teaching Assistant Type of work - working under the direction of the class teacher Contract or position start date - ASAP Duration - Ongoing Contract or position end date - Ongoing Contract type - Temporary Full time/part time - Full time Minimum rate of pay - Negotiable Hours - 8:20 am - 4:00pm : Mon - Fri (term time only) Why Choose Prospero Teaching?· Flexible Work Options: Choose from daily, short-term, or long-term placements to fit your lifestyle. · Diverse School Environments: Gain experience across a range of primary and secondary schools in Birmingham. · Supportive Team: You will be part of a team that provides guidance and support throughout your assignments. · Competitive Pay: We offer excellent rates of pay based on your experience and the role. Key Responsibilities:· Supporting class teachers with lesson delivery and student engagement. · Assisting with small group work or one-to-one support for students with special educational needs (SEN). · Helping with classroom management and creating a positive, inclusive learning environment. · Supervising children during break times, lunch, and other school activities. Experience, Training and Qualifications:· Previous experience working with children, either in a school setting or similar role. · A passion for education and supporting young people. · Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant or equivalent) are desirable but not essential.. · Safeguarding: Up-to-date Safeguarding training is imperative. If you haven't completed a Safeguarding course in the last 12 months, Prospero Teaching can provide you with a free course. To be eligible for any job with Prospero Teaching, you must:· Hold Right to Work in the UK. · Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service, or be willing to process a new application. · Provide two professional child-related references that cover at least the last two years. If you wish to hear more or have any queries, please call the Birmingham office on . To be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people is responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.