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We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our Catch22 College team in Maidstone.
Responsibilities and accountabilities:
* Work with individuals and groups of students, ensuring they stay on task and complete activities set by the teacher.
* Address behavioural and special needs issues in conjunction with the teacher.
* Deliver SEN interventions.
* Assist in implementing lesson plans, aims, and content with the teacher.
* Provide feedback to students independently of the teacher.
* Lead small groups of students in designated activities.
* Take responsibility for a whole class during the teacher's absence.
* Work with challenging students outside the classroom as a respite strategy.
* Supervise students during breaks and lunchtimes.
* Liaise with parents regarding student progress, in conjunction with the teacher.
* Ensure learner files and records are kept up to date.
Qualifications
ESSENTIAL
* Strong skills in English and Maths.
* Knowledge of statutory health and safety, SEN, and safeguarding requirements for children.
* Ability to work independently, with support from the teacher, with groups or individual students.
* Ability to work with challenging students, understand their needs, and demonstrate effective behaviour management strategies.
* Experience working closely with teachers in planning and delivering teaching activities, including those outlined in Individual Education Plans.
* Experience teaching children with Education Health Care Plans, SEN, language difficulties, or other complex needs.
* Determination to raise children's achievement levels.
* Ability to handle emotionally demanding situations.
DESIRABLE
* Experience as a Teaching Assistant in an alternative provision setting.
* Understanding of curriculum requirements, especially literacy and numeracy.
* Proven success working with disaffected and emotionally vulnerable students.
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