Job description
Opus Education Recruitment is seeking a Teaching Assistant for our Tiverton location. This position is full time (32 hours per week) and will be located in the classroom.
This is a great opportunity to work with a 1:1 studentin a variety of subjects. The Teaching Assistant will work closely with the Lead Teacher and Assistant Teacher on a daily basis.
You can expect the following:
- Supporting children within the class
- Supporting children with SEN ranging from mild to severe
- Building relationships between yourself and the pupils
- Working with small groups of children
- Working with children on a 1:1/2:1 basis
- Undertaking tasks set by the class teacher
Requirements:
- Must be able to pass post-employment background check.
- Must be able to work in a classroom setting
- Must be able to read, write, and follow written instructions as well as communicate with other staff and students.
- Must be able to provide appropriate supervision for students who are struggling or have behavioral issues.
- Must have the ability to interact with students of all abilities and have a flexible schedule that allows you to attend to other job duties if needed.
- This position requires you to be on your feet for long periods of time, lift up to 25 lbs., and have a flexible schedule that includes weekends.
- Must be available for after school hours on weekdays and weekends.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing curriculum in a variety of teaching methods including:
- 1:1 tutoring
- Group tutoring
- Classroom management including monitoring student behavior and adjusting the classroom size or material if necessary
- Observe students’ development and progress through the curriculum and working with parents or teachers to implement positive behavior plans
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £56.75-£84.85 per day
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Tiverton: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- A-Level or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: 7/71:1
Expected start date: 04/09/2023