Core Education are working with a vibrant Send school based in Cumbria. They are looking to recruit 3 experienced, passionate Teaching Assistants to support their pupils. The school promotes a supportive and nurturing environment in which pupil’s are taught in small groups designed to meet their ability and needs. They teach the National Curriculum objectives to those pupils who are in Key Stage 2 or Key Stage 3, also to any pupils who are older but still need that solid basis in curriculum understanding. Pupils who are in Key Stage 4 are taught through a variety of accreditation schemes of work.
As a Teaching Assistant you will be enhancing the learning of pupils who have a wide range of special educational and learning needs. You will also be supporting the teaching staff in enabling the pupils to gain independence, participate fully in the curriculum and the general life of the school.
Role: Teaching Assistant
Location: Cumbria
Rate: £95 per day
Hours: Monday to Friday (38 hours per week)
Start date: ASAP
Temporary - with permanent opportunities for the right candidates
Teaching Assistant: Key Responsibilities / Duties:
Supporting the pupils in 1:1, in groups or in classroom situations, lunch and break times, and unstructured/social times
Accompanying pupils on organised school visits as appropriate
In conjunction with the SENDCo, to assist with the development of social skills and appropriate behaviour of pupils.
Participate in the development, delivery and monitoring of individual programmes.
To assist in the support of pupils who can respond with behaviour which challenges
To assist with resolving issues which cause anxiety or emotional response in our pupils
To keep accurate records as required by the school
To be involved in collaborative planning with teaching staff to ensure the effective use of support
Support the delivery of the Key Stage 2 and 3 school’s curriculum map
To support the delivery of KS4 programmes of study
To be involved in working groups where appropriate
To work as part of a flexible and supportive team to further the ethos of the school
To attend weekly staff meetings and relevant INSET/CPD events
Teaching Assistant Requirements / Experience and Qualifications:
Relevant experience in a similar environment as a Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant or appropriate qualifications as a Teaching Assistant
Candidates should hold appropriate academic qualifications to at least GCSE standard, professional qualifications to at least NVQ level 2, or be able to demonstrate competency through proven experience in a similar role as Teaching Assistant.
Basic first aid knowledge
Able to work on their own initiative
Be capable of working on their own initiative to a high level of accuracy, maintain clear, neat records
Have good time management skills and be able to use time flexibly to meet the demands of the post
Have good inter-personal skills, be able to operate as a member of a busy team
Have good oral and written communication skills in a variety of contexts (pupils, parents, colleagues etc)
Be willing to undertake relevant training to enhance personal development and to use the knowledge to benefit the school
Relevant knowledge of child development and an understanding of the different ways children learn to read will be an advantage
Knowledge of ACES or how childhood trauma can affect children and adults in later life would be beneficial. However, training will be available to the successful candidate
Due to location – all applicants must have access to a vehicle, and hold a full driving licence
You must have a child DBS on the update service or be willing to have one processed
Benefits for a Teaching Assistant working for Core Education
Excellent rates of pay
A dedicated Education Recruitment Consultant
Interview techniques tips and other training provided by your consultant
The chance to work at some of the best schools in your area
Opportunities to progress your career
Opportunities to permanent work
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