We are excited to announce a new job opportunity within our organization! This is a great chance to join a dynamic and passionate team committed to making a difference. If you’re looking for a fresh challenge and the opportunity to grow in a supportive and forward-thinking environment, we’d love to hear from you!
Teaching Assistant – Bulgarian and/or Turkish Speaking
The Edmonton Community Partnership is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support local Bulgarian and Roma families in schools across our network. The successful candidate will work in up to five schools per week, providing crucial support to young people (and their families) with limited English proficiency. This role is essential in helping students achieve better educational and social outcomes.
Key Responsobilities:
- Support small groups of identified pupils with limited English, helping them engage with learning and school life.
- Assist pupils in developing language skills both in and out of the classroom.
- Help students complete school tasks and support school staff in effective communication.
- Provide in-class support to ensure pupils understand instructions and can complete assigned work.
- Deliver targeted intervention groups and one-to-one support as needed.
- Prepare resources to aid learning and inclusion.
- Meet with parents/carers to encourage school engagement and address concerns.
- Assist school attendance officers by contacting families to discuss issues like lateness or absenteeism.
- Support pupils in participating in extracurricular and lunchtime activities to improve social integration.
- Maintain records, write reports, and evaluate the impact of your support.
- Attend occasional parents’ evenings and SENCo meetings.
- Perform general administrative tasks related to the role.
Contract Details:
- Duration: Fixed-term, 2 years (term-time only), with a possibility of extension.
- Hours: 18–20 hours per week during term time.
- Rate: £16.50 per hour
Application Process:
To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter to
📧 hannah@edmontoncommunitypartnership.org