College TA

Job Title: Teaching Assistant - Sixth Form College

Location: Central Manchester, UK

Salary: Minimum £12.90 per hour

Contract: Full-time, Temporary to Permanent

At Teaching Personnel, we are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant for one of our prestigious sixth form colleges in central Manchester. This is the perfect opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to progress their career in a highly-regarded college environment. The ideal candidate will have experience working with young adults and be comfortable in a professional setting. Our supportive and nurturing staff are committed to helping you seamlessly transition into this role and thrive in our college community.

Located near the heart of Manchester, the college is easily accessible by public transport, with tram lines, trains, and bus stops in close proximity. For those commuting by car, there is a designated staff car park on site.

Key Responsibilities:

- Provide support to students in the classroom, aiding in their academic and personal growth.

- Collaborate with teaching staff to develop and implement individualised education plans for students.

- Foster positive relationships with students, encouraging their development and well-being.

- Assist with administrative tasks, such as record-keeping and organising classroom materials.

- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

Requirements:

- Strong literacy and numeracy skills.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

- Empathy and patience in working with young adults.

- Previous experience teaching or working in a similar role preferred, but not required.

- Must have the right to work in the UK and be currently based in the UK.

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

- We are committed to finding the perfect role for each of our educators, taking into consideration their specific needs and preferences.

- We offer the opportunity to try out different schools through temporary placements before committing to a permanent contract.

- Our competitive pay rates prioritise the satisfaction and well-being of our educators. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for education, we want to hear from you! Submit your CV for review, and we will schedule a quick call followed by a face-to-face interview to get you started as soon as possible.

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.
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