Join our team as a Special Teaching Assistant (STA) and support the growth and development of children and young people with communication and interaction needs. This role is essential in helping students build self-respect, confidence, and independence, preparing them for active participation in their communities.
Responsibilities:
* Lesson Support: Assist in preparing and planning lessons, including creating resources and displays that foster a positive learning environment.
* Student Engagement: Work alongside the teacher during lessons, providing focused support in literacy, numeracy, and other curriculum areas; supervise small groups of students as needed.
* Monitoring & Assessment: Maintain accurate records of student needs, track progress, and contribute to regular assessments through observation and feedback.
* Personal Needs Support: Provide tailored assistance for individual students, which may include personal care tasks where necessary.
* Student Interaction & Values: Build supportive, appropriate relationships with students and model positive school values.
* Social Skills Development: Lead and participate in lunchtime activities to help students enhance social skills and resilience in unstructured settings.
* Supervision & Safety: Supervise students during breaks and transitions throughout the school day and assist with first aid as directed.
Minimum Requirements:
* Experience working with children or young people, ideally within a SEND setting.
* Empathy, patience, and excellent communication skills to connect with students effectively.
* Commitment to inclusive education and to promoting values of self-respect, confidence, and independence.
* Driving licence essential.
Benefits:
* Membership in a local government pension scheme.
* Family-friendly policies and flexible working.
* Access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
* Employee wellbeing initiatives.
* Free parking.
* On-site canteen.
* Discounts and membership schemes.
* Learning and development opportunities, including staff development days.
* Funded subject course development.
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