Teaching assistant

Job Title: Teaching Assistant Level 3

Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester

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• Job Description

We are currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our dynamic educational team in Manchester. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting the learning and development of students across various year groups, working closely with teachers to create a nurturing and effective learning environment.
• Key Responsibilities:

- Assist in the delivery of lesson plans by working alongside the lead teacher to support educational activities and promote student engagement.
- Provide one-on-one support to students with special educational needs (SEN), tailoring approaches to accommodate individual learning abilities and help them achieve their full potential.
- Prepare classroom resources and set up equipment necessary for lessons and activities.
- Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teachers, helping to track developments and identify areas needing further support.
- Encourage positive behavior and a constructive classroom environment by implementing agreed-upon behavior management strategies.
- Facilitate small group activities, encouraging collaboration and interactive learning.
- Contribute to assessing student work and maintaining accurate records of achievement and progress.
- Support the lead teacher in managing classroom administration and performing clerical tasks when required.
- Act as a role model, demonstrating high levels of professionalism and a commitment to the school's ethos and policies.
- Engage in continuous professional development to keep abreast of educational best practices and further enhance teaching skills.
• Qualifications and Skills:

- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification specific to being a teaching assistant.
- Previous experience working within an educational setting, particularly with children of the relevant age group.
- A good understanding of the UK National Curriculum and an ability to implement it effectively.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with students, parents, and staff members.
- A patient and resilient attitude with the ability to encourage and inspire students of all abilities and backgrounds.
- Competency in literacy, numeracy, and ICT to support the curriculum effectively.
- A current and valid DBS certificate or the willingness to undergo a DBS check.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. The position is subject to satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks.

If you have a passion for education and want to make a positive impact on the lives of students, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Level 3 Teaching Assistant in Manchester.

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If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Robert Higginbottom on 0161 529 9200 l Ext: 4782.

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don't forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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Contact: Robert Higginbottom

Telephone: 0161 529 9200 l Ext: 4782