Teaching Assistant/Support Worker Roles Available Start date: September 2024 Prospero Teaching is currently looking for positive and energetic Teaching Assistants to work for Primary & Secondary schools across Bristol, England - UK. If you love travelling and experiencing new things, this opportunity is for you! We are currently seeking: Primary Teaching Assistant Secondary Teaching Assistant Special Needs Teaching Assistant Teaching assistants support teachers by helping supervise activities in the classroom, working with children on an individual, small group or whole class basis. Some Teaching assistants work on a one-to-one basis with children with special educational needs.The successful candidate will support teachers and help children with their educational and social development, both in and out of the classroom. They will be highly motivated and focused on achieving the best for every student. They will be open to work across all year groups, where children are grouped based on ability, rather than age.About our schools: We are proud to provide an education, which can be tailored to students’ passions in a welcoming and nurturing environment where their aspirations can be accomplished.Our staff hope to inspire their own subject passion in their students and to create self-assured and independent young people who can play a full and active part in the community.Students are all well-known and treated as individuals in order to develop both their intellectual abilities as well as helping them to develop as independent learners. We ensure our students achieve the highest possible academic outcomes through a combination of outstanding teaching and the close support needed to thrive in a more independent environment.The curriculum engenders resilience, self-confidence, empathy and independence. Through these attributes, and the high standards set by teachers, our pupils value effort as a key to success and take great pride in their personal achievements.We offer outstanding educational experience for our students who choose to come to study with us from many schools in the local area, wider parts of the UK and all around the worldKey responsibilities: Supporting children across the curriculum, often with a particular focus on maths, reading and writing Providing extra help to children with special needs or those for whom English is not their first language Helping develop programmes of learning activities and adapting appropriate materials Motivating and encouraging pupils Assisting with marking and correcting work Attending meetings and reviews Helping with school events, trips and activities Supervising work that has been set in accordance with the school policy Managing the behaviour of pupils while they are undertaking this work to ensure a constructive environment Responding to any questions from pupils about process and procedures Dealing with any immediate problems or emergencies according to the school’s policies and procedures Collecting any completed work after the lesson and returning it to the appropriate teacher Reporting back as appropriate using the school’s agreed referral procedures on the behaviour of pupils during the class, and any issues arising To qualify, you must: Be eligible to work in the UK (i.e. Youth Mobility Visa, UK passport) Have sensitivity, understanding and patience Be able to remain calm in stressful situations Have a positive attitude and desire towards working with children Be flexible and open to change Have excellent verbal communication skills Hear what candidates have to say about Prospero Teaching https://youtu.be/o5TrGL9nwww Prospero Teaching is one of the UK’s largest specialist providers of recruitment services to the education sector. We are an award winning agency that has successfully placed teachers and support staff in the UK since 2000.We offer many benefits when you choose to work with Prospero Teaching, including: Accommodation Assistance and Support: We aim to make your relocation as smooth as possible. Relocation Essentials: Prospero provides information on the Oyster Travel Card, phone SIM cards, opening UK bank accounts, and acquiring a National Insurance (NI) number. Training and Professional Development: Free continuous professional development courses and workshops through the school year. Induction and on going training upon your arrival in the UK. Social Events: Our aim is to create a community of teachers who can share experiences and provide mutual support! We host a variety of social events including pub nights, dinners, sightseeing tours, and other opportunities to allow our teachers to connect with each other! Please send your up to date cover letter and resume to teachoverseas@prosperoteaching.com or contact us at +1 800-811-9546.We can provide you with more information about the perks of working with us at Prospero!If you would like more information on the support we offer our candidates and our CPD, please visit https://www.prosperoteaching.ca/