Teaching Assistant – Swansea

Key Responsibilities

• Providing one-to-one or small group support in the classroom, under lecturer direction.
• Assisting with developing learners literacy and numeracy skills.
• Assisting with pastoral care needs and directing learners to college support mechanisms.
• Helping learners understand oral and written instructions.
• Assisting with coordinating learners work, record-keeping, and progress through liaison with lecturing and support staff.

Skills and Expertise

• Maths and English GCSEs: A – C Grade or equivalent
• Experience working with young people in a similar role
• Knowledge and understanding of student needs with additional learning needs/learning difficulties
• Confident, resilient, excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Job Facilities/Benefits

• 28 days (pro rata) annual leave, plus bank holidays
• College closed for two weeks over Christmas
• Local Government Pension Scheme (average 21% employer contribution)
• 2 staff well-being days
• Discounted study opportunities on College programmes