Job Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our team in an independent school focusing on SEMH.
The Headteacher and Proprietary Board of this successful school are looking to appoint a kind and caring Teaching Assistant who will have a significant impact on the learning of pupils with additional needs. The successful candidate will work in a secure and supportive environment that helps pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties overcome their challenges. The ideal candidate should have knowledge of, or be willing to train for ELKLAN, or other speech and language support programmes, as we believe in providing our pupils with the best possible support and education. The position requires a candidate who can build relationships with children with SEMH difficulties and work in collaboration with the teacher to create an inclusive and supportive environment that is conducive to learning.
Responsibilities
* To support the curriculum for both key stage 3 and key stage 4.
* To support with the delivery of the extra curricular programme.
* To work 1:1 during periods throughout the day to deliver interventions relevant and bespoke for our students.
* To support with developing offsite activities, in line with personal development and extra curricular programme.
* To ensure that resources are available to staff when required.
* To raise attainment for all young people.
* To consistently plan, prepare and deliver high quality and engaging interventions for all students.
* Assist teachers with creating lesson plans and learning materials to allow students to access the curriculum.
* Work with other children with a range of SEMH challenges to deliver education or improve their skills.
* Support children’s learning needs, boost their confidence, and encourage them to participate in the classroom.
* Organise and lead activities to improve class members’ social skills and communication abilities.
* Help teaching staff with administrative tasks.
Safeguarding
* Work in line with statutory safeguarding guidance (e.g. Keeping Children Safe in Education, Prevent) and our safeguarding and child protection policies.
* Work with the designated safeguarding lead (DSL) to promote the best interests of pupils, including sharing concerns where necessary.
* Promote the safeguarding of all pupils in the school.
Requirements
* Solid experience of having worked previously assisting children in a classroom setting.
* Strong interpersonal skills, including written and verbal communication skills.
* The ability to work collaboratively with class teachers and as part of the wider school team.
* Familiarity with ELKLAN would be an added advantage.
* Experience working with children with SEMH difficulties or an interest in developing skills to work with SEMH pupils.
* Have a passion for teaching and supporting children.
You Will Be
* Flexible around the needs of the school and pupils.
* A committed Teaching Assistant and work in line with the school behaviour policy.
* Able to modify challenging behaviour in a firm but supportive manner.
* Child centred.
* Flexible with a good sense of humour.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Education and Training
Industries
* Book and Periodical Publishing
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