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Teaching Assistant (TA) – CT Recruitment / Southport Learning Hub
Location: Southport & Sefton area
Employment Type: Part-time / Flexible
Reports to: Lead IT Person & Senior Teaching Staff
About Us
CT Recruitment, through its Southport Learning Hub, delivers high-quality tutoring in English, Maths, Science, and Computer Science for teenagers (14–19), with a focus on helping students achieve and exceed GCSE grade 4 equivalents.
Role Overview
As a Teaching Assistant, you'll support teachers in delivering engaging lessons, provide additional help to students, and help create a positive, motivating learning environment. You'll also contribute to lesson preparation and classroom management.
Key Responsibilities
* Assist lead teachers with lesson delivery and classroom activities
* Support individual students and small groups (up to 6) with their learning
* Help prepare teaching materials and resources
* Encourage students and help maintain a positive, inclusive learning atmosphere
* Provide feedback on student progress to teachers
* Supervise students during lessons and breaks
* Help with administrative tasks as needed
Ideal Candidate
* Studying or has achieved a GCSE in the subject(s) they wish to support
* Enthusiastic about helping young people succeed
* Reliable, organized, and a good communicator
* Able to work flexibly in line with student and class schedules
* Approachable, with a sense of humor but always professional
What We Offer
* Experience working in a supportive education environment
* Flexible hours to fit around your studies or other commitments
* Opportunity to make a real difference in students' lives
* A fun, collaborative team where ideas are encouraged