Teaching Personnel: Empowering Education, Empowering You Are you ready to ignite a spark in the world of education? Teaching Personnel, the leading name in educational staffing solutions, invites enthusiastic individuals to join our dynamic team as a full-time Teaching Assistant at an outstanding Secondary School nestled in picturesque Weymouth. Position: Full-time Teaching Assistant Location: Weymouth Secondary School Hours: 8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience Contract: Initial probation period with the potential for permanent placement About Us: Teaching Personnel is not just an agency; we're a community of educators dedicated to shaping the future generation. With a reputation for excellence, we provide top-notch staffing solutions to schools nationwide. Our mission? To match talented individuals with their dream careers and empower them to make a real difference in the lives of students. The Role: As a Teaching Assistant at our esteemed Secondary School in Weymouth, you'll be at the forefront of student support, providing invaluable guidance and assistance across Key Stages 3 and 4. Your role will encompass: One-on-One Support: Offer personalised assistance to students, nurturing their academic and personal growth. Small Group Collaboration: Foster a collaborative learning environment by working with small groups, ensuring each student receives the attention they deserve. Behavioural Management: Utilise your experience and expertise to manage challenging behaviours effectively, creating a conducive atmosphere for learning. Team Collaboration: Collaborate closely with teachers and staff, sharing insights and strategies to optimise student success. What We're Looking For: We're seeking individuals who possess not only the requisite skills but also a genuine passion for education and a desire to make a positive impact. The ideal candidate will have: Calm and Patient Nature: Ability to maintain composure and patience, even in challenging situations. Experience: Proven experience in supporting students with challenging behaviours, preferably within a school setting. Qualifications: While relevant qualifications are advantageous, we value practical experience and dedication above all else. Team Player: A collaborative spirit, willing to work closely with colleagues to achieve shared goals. What You'll Gain: Joining Teaching Personnel isn't just a job; it's a pathway to personal and professional growth. Here's what we offer: Competitive Salary: Your hard work deserves recognition, and we offer competitive compensation packages. Career Progression: We believe in nurturing talent and offer ample opportunities for career advancement. Supportive Environment: Join a supportive team that values your contributions and encourages your professional development. Permanent Placement: For the right candidate, there's the opportunity for a permanent contract following a successful probation period. Training and Development: Access ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge. Apply Now: Don't miss this chance to embark on a rewarding journey with Teaching Personnel. If you're ready to inspire young minds and shape the future of education, we want to hear from you Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.