Teaching Assistant

6 months ago


Rotherham, United Kingdom Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council Full time

Job description

**Rotherham Opportunities College, Myplace, St Ann's Road, Rotherham, S65 1PH**

**Tel: 01709 242585**

Rotherham Opportunities College is an independent specialist college for young people with learning difficulties and autism. The college offers students a wide variety of programmes that are tailored to meet individual needs. We are looking to employ a teaching assistant to join the team.

Post Title: Roma speaking Teaching Assistant

Working hours:
8.30 - 4.15pm in college, (Monday & Tuesday)

8:30 - 3:30pm in college (Wednesday, Thursday & Friday)

34 hours per week Term Time Only

The post will involve working across the two college sites as well as accompanying students on trips in the community and work experience placements.

Duties and Responsibilities:

- Support students to learn, develop and grow through responding appropriately to their needs and ensuring their safety whilst accessing learning.
- Provide job coaching support (following training) to students on work placements.
- Encourage student interaction and communication throughout the college day including taught sessions and activities both within and outside college
- Attend to students’ personal care needs and administer medication, as required.
- Prepare the learning environment, as directed by the teacher, for student lessons.
- Support the teacher in managing student behaviour, reporting difficulties as appropriate
- Be aware of student targets and progress and play an active role in assessing these.
- Prepare, maintain and use equipment/ resources required to meet lesson plans / relevant learning activities and assist students in their use, as directed.
- Assist with the supervision of students out of lesson times including before and after college and at lunchtimes
- Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to safeguarding, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person in accordance with policy
- Contribute to the overall ethos / aims of the college and attend all necessary training.
- Enhanced DBS is required, this will be arranged by the college.

The college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS is required for this post (which will be completed by the college).
- Be able to communicate in both Romani and English
- Have an understanding of SEND and the college education system.
- The ability to communicate in a variety of formats clearly and effectively, targeted appropriately to different audiences
- Use IT programmes within their day to day work including college management information systems.
- The ability to use their initiative and work under pressure
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and/or vulnerable adults.

For further information contact the college.


  • Teaching Assistant

    2 weeks ago


    Rotherham, United Kingdom Prospero Teaching Full time

    eaching Assistant - Primary Schools Location: Rotherham | Start Date: ASAP Are you passionate about supporting young learners and looking to make a positive impact in the classroom? We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to work in primary schools across Rotherham. This is an exciting opportunity to join the education sector through a...


  • Rotherham, United Kingdom Prospero Teaching Full time

    Job Advert: SEN Teaching Assistant - Immediate Start - Rotherham Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs? Do you have experience supporting pupils in a primary school setting? If so, we want to hear from you! Our education recruitment agency is seeking dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching...


  • Rotherham, United Kingdom Prospero Teaching Full time

    Job Advert: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Immediate Start - Rotherham Are you a dedicated and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) looking for an exciting new opportunity? Join our network of passionate education professionals supporting primary schools across Rotherham! About the Role We are seeking a skilled HLTA to provide...


  • Rotherham, Rotherham, United Kingdom Prospero Teaching Full time

    We are looking for passionate and committed SEN Teaching Assistants to work in primary schools in Rotherham. As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting children with special educational needs to reach their full potential.Key Responsibilities:Support children with a range of needs, including ASD, ADHD, and speech and language...


  • Rotherham, Rotherham, United Kingdom Teaching vacancies Full time

    Job DetailsWe are seeking a highly skilled Teaching and Learning Associate to join our team. As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the delivery of high-quality education to our students.About the RoleThis is a part-time position, with working hours from 8:45am - 1:15pm on Mondays to Wednesdays and 8:45am - 3:30pm on Thursdays and...

  • Teaching Assistant

    5 days ago


    Rotherham, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    Trainee Teaching Assistant – Full Time Location: Sheffield Daily Rate: £90-£100 per day Role to start immediately with opportunities for long term/permanent contracts. ·         Safeguarding and Teaching Assistant level 2 training will be provided online. Once online training...


  • Rotherham, Rotherham, United Kingdom Teaching vacancies Full time

    Job DescriptionThis role is an excellent opportunity for a skilled and dedicated individual to join our team as a Teaching Assistant Level 1. Our ideal candidate will have a strong passion for education and a commitment to supporting the learning needs of our students.About UsWe are a highly ambitious and aspirational learning environment where we strive to...

  • Teaching Assistant

    2 months ago


    Rotherham, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    Job Title: Teaching Assistant (TA) Level 2 Location: S26 Area - Secondary Schools Job Type: Full-Time/Part-Time (Temporary & Permanent Positions Available) Are you passionate about education and supporting young learners in secondary school? We are a leading education recruitment agency seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants (Level 2) to...

  • Teaching Assistant

    1 month ago


    Rotherham, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    Teaching Assistant Location: Rotherham Salary: £22,900 per annum Hours: * Option 1 - Full time 37 hours per week, 40 weeks worked (Term time plus 4 weeks) * Option 2 – Part time 27.5 hours per week (9am-3pm), 37 weeks worked (Term time plus 1 week) Our client’s main goal is to be an ‘outstanding’ education and training...


  • Rotherham, Rotherham, United Kingdom Prospero Teaching Full time

    Teaching Assistant Job Overview: Prospero Teaching is seeking a skilled and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our team. As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers to deliver high-quality education to students in secondary schools across the S26 area. Key responsibilities include supporting teachers in managing classroom activities,...

  • Teaching Assistant

    1 month ago


    Rotherham, United Kingdom TeacherActive Full time

    Job Title: Teaching Assistant Location: Rotherham Start date: ASAP Salary: £84 - £99 per day Are you a Teaching Assistant with a proven track record of working with SEND schools? Do you have a big heart with a passion to make a difference in children's and young people's lives? TeacherActive are proud to be working with a specialist SEND school in...

  • Teaching Assistant

    2 weeks ago


    Rotherham, United Kingdom TeacherActive Full time

    Job Title: Teaching AssistantLocation: RotherhamStart date: ASAPSalary: £84 - £99 per dayAre you a Teaching Assistant with a proven track record of working with SEND schools?Do you have a big heart with a passion to make a difference in children's and young people's lives?TeacherActive are proud to be working with a specialist SEND school in Rotherham....

  • Teaching Assistant

    1 month ago


    Rotherham, United Kingdom TeacherActive Full time

    Job Title: Teaching AssistantLocation: RotherhamStart date: ASAPSalary: £84 - £99 per dayAre you a Teaching Assistant with a proven track record of working with SEND schools?Do you have a big heart with a passion to make a difference in children's and young people's lives?TeacherActive are proud to be working with a specialist SEND school in Rotherham....

  • Teaching Assistant

    4 weeks ago


    rotherham, United Kingdom TeacherActive Full time

    Job Title: Teaching AssistantLocation: RotherhamStart date: ASAPSalary: £84 - £99 per dayAre you a Teaching Assistant with a proven track record of working with SEND schools?Do you have a big heart with a passion to make a difference in children's and young people's lives?TeacherActive are proud to be working with a specialist SEND school in Rotherham....

  • Teaching Assistant

    4 weeks ago


    Rotherham, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    eaching Assistant - Primary Schools Location: Rotherham | Start Date: ASAP Are you passionate about supporting young learners and looking to make a positive impact in the classroom? We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to work in primary schools across Rotherham. This is an exciting opportunity to join the education sector through a...


  • Rotherham, United Kingdom Trust Education Limited Full time

    Are you a Teaching Assistant in the Rotherham area and looking for the next step in your career? We are working with a secondary school who are looking for a SEND Teaching assistant to work in the SEND provision. Trust Education are a dedicated and supportive team who offer a friendly, personable service with collectively over 40+ years of experience within...

  • Teaching Assistant

    6 months ago


    Rotherham, United Kingdom The National Autistic Society Full time

    **Help make an Everyday Breakthrough happen by joining our team.** A breakthrough can seem like the smallest thing, but it can make the world of difference to someone on the autism spectrum. By becoming a Teaching Assistant at The National Autistic Society’s you’ll help make every day breakthroughs happen more often. **Help transform lives by joining...


  • Rotherham, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    Are you a Teaching Assistant in the Rotherham area and looking for the next step in your career? We are working with a secondary school who are looking for a SEND Teaching assistant to work in the SEND provision. Trust Education are a dedicated and supportive team who offer a friendly, personable service with collectively over 40+ years of experience within...


  • Rotherham, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    Primary Teaching Assistant Are you a Primary Teaching Assistant in the Rotherham or surrounding area and looking for the next step in your career? Are you looking for flexibility and the opportunity to experience different school settings alongside a better work/life balance? Trust Education are a dedicated and supportive team who offer a friendly,...


  • Rotherham, Rotherham, United Kingdom Teaching vacancies Full time

    Job DetailsMaltby Learning Trust is a dynamic and collaborative workplace that offers an exceptional learning experience to its pupils. As a Teaching Assistant, you will be part of a successful team that strives for excellence in all it does to achieve the best possible outcomes for its pupils.Key Responsibilities• Serve as a proactive and caring member of...