Secondary School Teaching Assistant

Secondary School Teaching Assistant (Full-Time, Temporary)

Hall Green, Birmingham

£417 - £500 per week

Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience required for this position is experience in a similar position or 5 days in sole charge of a group of children in the last 5 years.

January 2025

Are you passionate about supporting young people to achieve their potential in secondary education? Do you have the skills to help students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and behavioural challenges thrive?

The School and Role

ABC Teachers are currently recruiting for a dedicated and motivated Secondary Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and thriving secondary school in the Hall Green area. This diverse and inclusive school is well-regarded for its commitment to nurturing and guiding students of all abilities to reach their full potential. The role is ideal for individuals who have a background in SEN or experience working with young people with additional needs. Our partner school in Hall Green has an excellent reputation for creating a positive and engaging educational setting where both students and staff feel valued. With access to cutting-edge resources, a strong support network, and a commitment to professional development, this school offers an enriching environment for those passionate about making a real difference in secondary education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide in-class support for students, particularly those with SEN and behavioural needs
• Assist in Resource Bases, supporting targeted learning interventions
• Build positive relationships with students, encouraging a safe and inclusive learning environment
• Collaborate with teachers and SEN coordinators to adapt resources and teaching methods

Requirements

The successful Teaching Assistant will have;

• Previous experience working with young people, ideally within a secondary school setting
• Knowledge of SEN, behavioural support, or experience working in a Resource Base is beneficial
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification) preferred but not essential
• Strong communication skills, patience, and adaptability
• Ability to obtain suitable references, a valid DBS Check and hold the Right to Work in the UK (ABC Teachers do not offer sponsorship)

*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.

What we offer

As a Teaching Assistant, part of our team, you benefit from:

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration.)
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.

About us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We 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

If you are an individual who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities, please contact Amisha Parmar on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).

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