Job Description
Teaching Assistant
Location: Caterham
This Teaching Assistant position, offered through Randstad Education, is a fantastic opportunity to directly impact students' academic success and personal growth within a supportive school-based team.
As a passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant, you will be at the heart of the classroom, providing essential support to both teachers and students. Your primary goal will be to help create an engaging and effective learning environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Direct Student Support: Work closely with individual students and small groups to reinforce learning concepts, provide targeted support, and assist students with special educational needs (SEN).
* Classroom Operations: Assist the class teacher in preparing learning resources, setting up classroom activities, and maintaining a tidy and safe learning environment.
* Curriculum & Lesson Support: Actively participate in the planning and delivery of lessons, helping to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
* Behaviour Management: Implement the school's behaviour management strategies consistently to ensure a positive and productive classroom atmosphere.
* Student Engagement: Foster a love for learning by creating a positive, encouraging, and engaging atmosphere for all students.
* Administrative Tasks: Support the teacher with marking work, recording student progress, and maintaining accurate records.
* Parent & Teacher Collaboration: Communicate effectively with the class teacher and collaborate with parents to support student development.
Requirements for This Teaching Assistant Role
We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic individual to join our team. The ideal candidate will have:
* Experience: A minimum of 1 year of experience working with children in an educational setting (e.g., as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, or in a nursery/school environment).
* Skills:
o Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
o Strong classroom management abilities.
o Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting children's education.
* Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field is preferred. However, significant relevant experience will be strongly considered.
* Knowledge:
o A solid understanding of safeguarding principles and child protection procedures is essential.
o Proficiency in using educational resources and classroom technology.
* Attributes: The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and the initiative to work independently.
What We Offer
Competitive pay rates.
* A supportive and friendly team environment.
* Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
* The chance to make a real and lasting difference in students' lives.
* Free tea and coffee.
* A convenient onsite position.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about education and meet the requirements for this Teaching Assistant role, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now to take the next step in your educational career.
While we encourage prompt applications, please note that due to the volume of interest, the hiring process may not be immediately expedited. We appreciate your patience.