Overview
An exceptional opportunity awaits a skilled, resilient, and caring teaching assistant prepared to truly impact the lives of remarkable young people. The institution boasts a vibrant and supportive atmosphere, sustained by a large and committed staff of around 300 individuals. We are looking for a dedicated professional Teaching Assistant to join this established Special Educational Needs (SEN) School team.
Job Purpose: To take responsibility for Teaching Assistance in order to help promote effective teaching and learning for these students.
Responsibilities
* To have a good working knowledge and understanding of all school policies
* To provide teaching assistance to the teacher defined according to weekly/daily/sessional planning of the teacher
* To provide group and/or individual activities, planned by the teacher
* To support the general well being of students within the structure of the school
* To liaise with teachers, care staff, and Parents creating an effective team sharing knowledge and information
* To play a leading role in the management of resources within the designated teaching area
* To monitor and evaluate students\' learning under the guidance of the teacher
* To assist teachers in the use of relevant management strategies to ensure a purposeful environment for teaching and learning to take place
* Within the framework of general awareness of student\'s safety and welfare and the school\'s ethos, values and attitudes
* To supervise students: in the general movement about the school in the classroom or other work places particularly: Work Experience placements, during toileting, in dining room and play areas
How to apply
Contact recruiter Joni Nightingale @joni.nightingale@randstad.co.uk or call @01293527416
"We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment".
Qualifications
* 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
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