Teaching Assistant - Science

Tradewind are recruiting!

Exciting opportunity for someone with a Science & school background to combine their skills and develop as an education professional!

I'm looking for a ScienceTeaching Assistant to start ASAP on a full time & long term basis at a secondary special needs school in the Salford area.

• Full time - Monday to Friday 8:15am-3:15pm.
• Excellent pay up to £105/day for the first 12 weeks.
• Equal pay to permanent staff in same role from the 13th week onwards.
• Could go permanent eventually for the right person.
• Paid PAYE with Tradewind. We don't use umbrella pay companies!

• The school caters for young people aged 9-19 with additional needs.
• Students all have EHCPs for SEN, including Learning, Communication, Sensory or Emotional needs.
• Work exclusively in the schools Science department supporting in Biology, Chemisty and Physics lessons.
• Maintain & keep records on Science equipment and materials.
• Contribute to the Science vision and delivery.
• Encourage users to adopt good practice in the Science lab and ensure correct use of equipment and that procedures are followed.
• Work alongside the class teacher to monitor progress.
• Support students with social, emotional and behavioural development.
• Help students with their individual additional needs.

Requirements:

To succeed in this Science Teaching Assistant role, you must:

• Have the legal right to work in the UK.
• Provide a CV with a full history.
• Have a DBS on the Update Service (or be prepared to get a new one).
• Min of two professional references.
• Overseas Police Checks (if applicable).
• A background in Science.
• Previous experience in a school based support role.

• Candidates with experience as a Secondary Teaching Assistant, Science Technician, Learning Support Assistant, Learning Mentor or similar could be ideal for this opportunity.

Benefits of working via Tradewind:

• Top rates of pay, as we attract the best education talent.
• Work in Education and training is available - access to more certified CPD courses than any other education recruitment agency including over 2,500 FREE courses with The National College.
• A generous referral scheme to earn rewards for recommending friends
• Full interview preparation and assistance to boost your confidence and chances of success.
• Ongoing support throughout your placement.
• User-friendly Online Portal for easy timesheet management and availability updates.
• Free social and networking events to connect with peers and consultants.

To be considered for this exciting combined SEND & Science Teaching Assistant position in the Salford area or to learn more about other opportunities in the area, please contact Graham in our Manchester office at , email or click APPLY above.

Join Tradewind and embark on a rewarding career journey today!