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