1. Find out more about support roles

Heard the name Teaching Assistant but not sure what it means?  Read about other roles in schools and how they are different the main teacher in the classroom.

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2. Decide what job you would like to apply for

There are many different roles in schools - you need to be sure it is the right choice for you. Think about hours of work, salary and type of job you want. Learning support covers Teaching Assistants, Cover Supervisors and Nursery Nurses.  Technical and admin staff include Science Technicians and Examinations Officers.

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3. Search for jobs online

Finding a support staff job works in a similar way to finding a full teacher position - most are advertised through the internet.

 

4. Prepare for interview

You need to spend time preparing for interviews, and having answers to questions they might ask you.  Use the example question below to help.

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