Rikama Education is seeking a dedicated and passionate Teaching Assistant to join a primary school in Lewisham to join their team in January 2025.
As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in the supporting children throughout the entire school, including pupils with SEN. You will work closely with an experienced team to provide personalised care and education to a range of children, enabling them to thrive and grow.
Other duties include lunchtime supervision, behaviour management support, assisting with activity and lesson planning, and assisting with administrative duties.
Responsibilities:
· Work collaboratively with the student, teachers, and CAMHs to implement a personalised Safety Plan.
* Implement strategies within the plan to support the student in managing emotions and behaviour, maintaining focus, and completing tasks in the classroom.
* Discreetly provide in-the-moment support to the student during class time as needed.
* Document progress and collaborate with the team to adjust the plan as needed.
* Maintain a positive and encouraging relationship with the student.
* Uphold the school's professional code of conduct and confidentiality policies.
Qualifications:
* Experience working with vulnerable adolescents in an educational or support setting.
* Strong understanding of self-regulation strategies.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to build rapport and trust with vulnerable students.
* Calm and patient demeanor with a positive and encouraging attitude.
* Strong sense of professionalism, responsibility and confidentiality.
* Ability to observe and document behaviours accurately.
INDHP
Job Types: Full-time, Temp to perm
Contract length: 6 months
Pay: £12.83-£14.62 per hour
Benefits:
* On-site parking
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Bexleyheath: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
* SEN: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person