Teaching Assistant

Description:

Teaching Assistant

Location: Wandsworth
Position: Teaching Assistant
Type: Full-Time, Long-Term Opportunity
Sector: Special Educational Needs (SEN) – Social and Emotional Learning Challenges

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of young people with social and emotional learning challenges? Do you have the dedication, empathy, and resilience to support students in their academic and personal growth? If so, we invite you to join our team!

About the Role:

We are seeking committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join our all-through school, catering to students with a mixture of social and emotional learning challenges. This full-time, long-term opportunity allows you to work with students across various age groups, providing the support they need to thrive both academically and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities:

* Support class teachers in creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.

* Assist in planning and delivering engaging lessons tailored to the needs of students with social and emotional learning challenges.

* Provide one-on-one and small group support to students.

* Implement individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour management strategies.

* Foster a safe and nurturing environment to support the emotional well-being of students.

* Monitor and report on student progress, maintaining accurate records.

* Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and parents to support student development.

Requirements:

* Experience working with children or young people with social and emotional learning challenges.

* A patient, compassionate, and understanding approach.

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

* The ability to remain calm under pressure and handle challenging situations.

* Relevant qualifications or training in SEN or education (desirable but not essential).

* A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

What We Offer:

* Competitive salary

* Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.

* A supportive and collaborative working environment.

* The chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people.

If you are ready to take on a rewarding role where you can help shape the future of students with social and emotional learning challenges, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now and join our dedicated team!

To apply, please send your CV and contact Leanne Wilson at Qualiteach

Together, we can make a difference