1-to-1 Teaching Assistant/Tutor - Part-Time - fixed term contract (6-12 weeks) - Term Time only
Required ASAP
- 1x Year 3 1-to-1 support (Mon, Wed-Fri: 8.30-11.30 and 12.45-1.45; Tues: 8.45-9.30)
- 1x Year 6 1-to-1 support (Mon: 10.15-11.15 and 1.00-2.45; Tues: 1.55-2.45; Wed: 9.00-11.15 and 1.00-1.50; Thurs: 10.15-11.15 and 1.00-1.50; Fri: 10.15-12.15)
Location: Leicester City
Job Description:
- Work closely with a KS2 individual pupil in class to help bridge gaps and catch up with peers
- Support teaching and learning by assisting the class teacher, providing individual support, and using technology effectively.
- Use knowledge and understanding of the KS2 curriculum to support class teacher in addressing and narrowing learning gaps in core subjects.
- Create a positive learning environment through preparation of resources, classroom organisation, and promoting pupil's academic, social, and emotional development.
- Uphold school standards by ensuring safeguarding, contributing to school activities, and embodying the school’s values.
Person Specification:
Essential:
- GCSEs A*-C or equivalent in Maths and English
- Experience working with primary-school aged children
- Knowledge of curriculum progression from KS1 to LKS2, or from LKS2 to UKS2
- Interpersonal skills
- Knowledge and experience with supporting teaching with technology
Desirable:
- TA qualification (Level 2-5)
Initial interviews will be held remotely. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to deliver a short 1-to-1 teaching and learning activity at the school.
Benefits:
- The organisation is dedicated to supporting and ensuring the professional development of its staff in all stages of their careers. This is offered via partnership with recognised CPD providers such as the local authority; weekly internally-developed, high-quality and highly individualised workshops delivered by SLT; and structured learning programmes ranging from L2 apprenticeship to L7/Masters in Senior Leadership with accredited providers.
Safer Recruitment Commitment
Al-Islamia Institute for Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its pupils.
- All appointments will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, prohibition from teaching checks, identity verification, qualification verification, and satisfactory references.
- Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a self-disclosure form regarding criminal records or relevant safeguarding information prior to interview.
We expect all staff to promote the highest standards of safeguarding, professionalism, and integrity.
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Please visit school.alislamia.org.uk/about/vacancies/ to view the position and related documents.
How to Apply:
Email [email protected] to request an application pack. Return the completed pack to the same email address.
Interviews will be conducted throughout the application timeframe. Al-Islamia reserves the right to close the vacancy before the deadline when a suitable candidate is appointed.
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary, Contract
Pay: £12.71 per hour
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (required)
Experience:
- teaching assistant: 1 year (preferred)
- Tutoring: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
