Job Title: Teaching Assistant

Location: St. Albans

Salary: £350 to £500 PER WEEK

Join Our Team as a Teaching Assistant in St.Albans!

Are you deeply passionate about education and dedicated to making a positive impact on the growth of young minds? An esteemed school in St. Albans, recognised as having a GOOD rating, is actively seeking a committed Teaching Assistant to join their dynamic team. If you are eager to contribute to student's learning journeys and thrive in a collaborative educational environment, we invite you to apply and become a respected member of our team

About the school:

• Students who genuinely enjoy their time at school.
• Backing from a cheerful and amiable team of dedicated professionals.
• A well-equipped and enjoyable working space.
• A centrally located setting with outstanding transportation connections.
• A group of proficient support staff to assist you in delivering effective teaching.

Skills and Knowledge of a Teaching Assistant:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrated sensitivity and understanding for fostering positive relationships with children.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal communication skills to effectively motivate and engage children in the learning process.
• Active listening skills to comprehend and respond to the individual needs of children.
• Emotional Resilience: Patience and the ability to remain calm in challenging or stressful situations.
• Adaptability: Flexibility and openness to change, with a willingness to work on a variety of activities.
• Teamwork: Enjoyment and ability to work collaboratively with others.
• Teaching Ability: Proficiency in imparting knowledge and teaching pupils' various skills.
• Creating Optimal Learning Conditions: Skill in creating and maintaining conducive environments for effective learning and teaching.
• Technology Proficiency: Ability to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device to support teaching and administrative responsibilities.

Restrictions and Requirements:

• Background Checks: Successful completion of enhanced background checks to ensure suitability for working with children.
• Minimum of 6 months working with children
• Diploma or Degree or relevant education

What benefits are available to the new SEND Teaching Assistant in St. Albans?

• You will have access to over 400 online courses free of charge, designed to increase competency in the relevant field .
• Holiday Pay Scheme - Get paid during the school holidays.
• You will be fully supported by your consultant who will be available to mentor you throughout your placement and ensure you have all the resources made available.
• You will receive competitive pay, paid to scale or above. As an agency we pay our candidate via P.A.Y.E meaning that we do not take any commission from your salary. What you earn is what you take home!