Job Description
Join Our Team as a One-to-One Teaching Assistant!
Position: One-to-One Teaching Assistant - Progress Engagement Guide (PEG)
Contract Type: Full-Time
Salary: £22,070.80
Contract Term: Term Time Only - Fixed Term
Hours: 35 hours per week, 8:15 AM - 3:45 PM, Monday to Friday
Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme
Start Date: ASAP
Location: ISP Teynham School, Teynham
Are You Ready to Make a Difference?
If you are a passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant with a strong understanding of early years frameworks and curriculum development, we want to hear from you! Join our nurturing and specialized educational environment where you can truly impact the lives of children with complex needs.
About Us
At ISP Whitstable, we are a small, specialized SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) Primary school dedicated to supporting children with complex needs and challenging behaviors. Our safe and nurturing environment is enhanced by well-trained, supportive staff who utilize therapeutic and holistic approaches to create engaging and inspiring learning experiences tailored to each child's unique journey.
Your Key Responsibilities
* Mentor and support one pupil or a small group, fostering a positive learning environment.
* Assist in delivering engaging lessons aligned with early years frameworks and curriculum development.
* Build strong relationships with children to drive interaction and positive learning outcomes.
* Monitor and report on children's progress, collaborating with staff to meet their needs.
* Supervise children during non-classroom times, including extracurricular activities and school trips.
* Help with lesson planning and classroom preparation.
* Set and mark work as appropriate.
* Implement attachment and trauma-informed strategies to support children's social, emotional, and mental health needs.
* Participate in school events, extracurricular activities, and staff meetings as required.
Qualifications and Skills
* A relevant qualification in education or a related field (e.g., Level 3 Teaching Assistant Diploma).
* Previous experience working with children, preferably in an educational setting.
* Strong understanding of early years frameworks and curriculum development.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for working with children with complex needs.
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
* A proactive and flexible approach to work.
Teaching and Learning Expectations
As an ISP PEG, you will:
* Prioritize teaching and learning, developing strategies to support the teacher's work.
* Promote inclusion by encouraging all children to participate in learning and extracurricular activities.
* Utilize effective behavior management strategies in line with school policies.
* Communicate sensitively with children to adapt to their needs and support their learning.
* Maintain a stimulating and safe learning environment by organizing and managing teaching space and resources.
Collaboration with Others
As an ISP PEG, you will:
* Recognize and respect the contributions of other professionals, parents, and carers, working in partnership with them.
* Understand your role to collaborate effectively with classroom teachers and colleagues.
* Share your knowledge of children with other staff and professionals to inform decision-making on interventions and provisions.
What We Offer
* A commitment to your professional development with a variety of opportunities to acquire new skills.
* The chance to make a significant impact on the lives and lifelong learning of vulnerable children who deserve high-quality teaching in a safe educational setting.
* A friendly and inclusive team passionate about improving pupil outcomes.
Are you ready to embark on this rewarding journey with us? We can't wait to meet you!