Teaching Assistant / Support Worker

Description:

An opportunity has arisen for a Tutor / Teaching Assistant / Support Worker to join an independent specialist day school delivering tailored learning support for children and young people with additional needs.

As a Tutor / Teaching Assistant / Support Worker, you will be supporting pupils through structured 1:1 and small group teaching within a specialist classroom setting.

This role offers a salary of £24,300 and benefits. You will be on 6-month probation, training will be provided across all areas of the role, including autism and (ABA) approaches.

You will be responsible for

Delivering individualised learning sessions tailored to pupils’ needs
Supporting structured teaching programmes and recording pupil progress
Assisting with classroom-based and outdoor learning activities
Providing personal care where required in line with pupil needs
Supporting behaviour-based learning strategies within a team approach
Supervising pupils during break and lunch periods on a rota basis
Contributing to learning resources and classroom organisation
Following safeguarding procedures and reporting concerns appropriately
Working closely with colleagues to support communication between home and school
Attending training, meetings and contributing to team development
Supporting pupils’ physical, emotional and educational development through planned activities

What we are looking for

Previously worked as a Teaching Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Behaviour Support Assistant, Nursery Assistant, Tutor, Support Worker, Care Assistant, Care Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Key Worker, Carer, SEND Teaching Assistant, Special Needs Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Worker, Childcare Assistant or in a similar role.
Experience working with children, young people or transferable care/education experience
Understanding or interest in child development and special educational needs
Strong communication skills with pupils, colleagues and families
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Basic IT skills for recording and tracking pupil progress
Willingness to undertake training in areas such as communication systems and behaviour support strategies

Shift:

Monday to Friday: 8.45am - 5.00pm
4:30 finish on Friday

What’s on offer

Competitive Salary
Joining bonus
Regular pay reviews
School holidays
Funded training programmes
Team and social events
Car sharing scheme
Term-time working pattern
Access to wellbeing-focused initiatives and team activities
Further development opportunities
Structured training and ongoing professional development
Career progression opportunities within the organisation
Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team including therapists and behaviour specialists

This is a great opportunity for someone passionate about supporting learners with additional needs to build a rewarding career in specialist education.

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