Teaching Assistant
Plymouth
Full-Time
We're looking for an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a specialist academy dedicated to primary-aged children with a range of complex needs. These include moderate learning difficulties, social, emotional, and mental health difficulties (SEMH), mild medical issues, developmental disorders (such as ADHD and Dyspraxia), Autism, and speech and language difficulties.
What We Offer You:
* Competitive Salary: Enjoy a rewarding remuneration package.
* Supportive Work Environment: Join a team that values collaboration and well-being.
* Professional Development: Access opportunities to enhance your skills and career.
* Real Impact: Make a tangible difference in the lives of children.
* Dedicated Team: Work alongside passionate and committed colleagues.
* Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our comprehensive pension plan.
Who We're Looking For:
* Experienced: You have relevant experience working with children with special needs.
* Patient & Understanding: You possess a naturally calm and empathetic approach.
* Excellent Communicator: You can effectively interact with children, colleagues, and parents.
What You'll Be Doing:
As a Teaching Assistant, you'll provide vital support to pupils with diverse needs. You'll assist teachers in delivering engaging and tailored lessons, helping to create a positive and inclusive learning environment. Your role will involve contributing to the overall well-being of the children through:
* One-to-one support.
* Small group work.
* Preparing learning materials.
* Assisting with classroom management.
Your Workplace:
You'll be working in a supportive and collaborative academy where the well-being of pupils is the top priority. We offer a unique and enriching learning experience, utilising targeted therapies and a specialised curriculum designed to meet the individual needs of our students.
If you are passionate about working with children with special needs and are ready to embark on a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference, we encourage you to apply now!
experience
Non Teaching
skills
ability to track progression in attainment,background in youth work,behaviour management,building relationships,classroom management,communication,de-escalation techniques,empathy,experience in administering medication,experience in managing challenging behaviour,experience with autism spectrum disorders,experience with learning difficulties,experience with social emotional mental health,inclusiveness,manual handling,marking,mentor experience,personal care experience,planning,resilience,restraint training,speech and language therapy experience
qualifications
CACHE level 1 or 2,CACHE level 2 or 3,early childhood studies degree,health and social care experience,health and social care qualifications (NVQ),HLTA,HLTA,NVQ level 2,NVQ level 3,NVQ level 4
education
college,university
#J-18808-Ljbffr