Job Description
TEACHING ASSISTANT\n\nLocation: Tokers Green, Reading \nSalary: £11.72ph - £12.53ph (actual annual salary = £20,941 - £22,388 per\nyear, dependent on experience and qualifications) \nContract: Permanent \nHours: 40 hours per week, term time only \nStart Date: January 2024\n\nOpportunity\n\nWe are currently seeking enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistants (TAs)\nto join our growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a new\neducational venture, working within an environment that is dedicated to\nsupporting children aged 6-16 with Autism Spectrum Disorder, moderate to\nsevere learning needs, and associated challenges.\n\nAs a Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting students\nlearning and wellbeing, ensuring they thrive in a caring and safe environment.\n\nJob Summary\n\nYour responsibilities will include:\n\n * Assisting teachers with the day-to-day running of the classroom, providing guidance and support when needed.\n * Working collaboratively with the class team to deliver meaningful and tailored educational experiences for students.\n * Supporting positive behaviour management strategies, adopting a child-centred approach.\n * Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students in line with school policies.\n\nQualifications and Experience\n\nEssential:\n\n * A good standard of English and Maths.\n\nDesirable:\n\n * Experience working with children with SEN, particularly Autism Spectrum Disorder and moderate to severe learning difficulties.\n * Knowledge of safeguarding principles and child protection procedures.\n * Experience managing challenging behaviours.\n * Previous experience in an educational or multi-cultural setting.\n\nSkills Required\n\n * Commitment to treating each child as an individual.\n * Creativity and positivity in meeting students needs.\n * Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.\n * Good numeracy, literacy, and ICT skills.\n * Flexibility, adaptability, and a solution-focused mindset.\n\nWhat We Offer\n\nJoin our team and enjoy a generous benefits package, including:\n\n * Life assurance and an enhanced pension scheme.\n * Access to Perkbox for high-street discounts.\n * Employee assistance programme.\n * Car lease scheme and bike-to-work scheme.\n * Fully funded training and qualifications.\n * Free membership to our health cashback plan, covering services such as dental, optical, and physiotherapy.\n\nIf youre passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people\nand ready to embark on this exciting journey, wed love to hear from you.\n\nContact: \nFor further details or to apply, please email Hamza Ghafoor at\nhamza.ghafoor@randstad.co.uk.\n\nPandoLogic. Keywords: Teacher Assistant, Location: Reading, ENG - RG1 6PH