Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching are looking to recruit excellent Teaching Assistants interested in securing a role. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the life of a young person, providing tailored academic and emotional support within a secondary school setting. Teaching Assistant • Location - Southport, PR8 • Type of work - Temporary, long term • Start date - September 2026 • Days - Full time • Hours - 8:30 am - 3:30 pm Responsibilities: • Assisting with lessons: Helping sort materials, setting up equipment, and supporting students during lessons. • Behaviour management: Foster a positive learning environment with good behaviour management. • Providing emotional support: Offering guidance and support to students who may be dealing with personal issues or stress. • Monitoring well-being: Keeping an eye on students' overall well-being and reporting any concerns to the appropriate staff members. • Safeguarding: Ensuring the safeguarding procedure is followed when required • Collaboration: Work closely with teachers to ensure lessons run smoothly and students thrive academically and socially. Requirements: • Teaching Assistant qualification or higher/equivalent (Desirable) • Previous experience working with young people. To be eligible: • Hold Right to Work in the UK • Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application. • Provide at least two professional references covering at least 24 months/cover the last 2 years If you are interested in this role, please apply to this advert.