Therapeutic Teaching & Learning Assistant
Location: Lewisham
Pay: £85-£95 per day PAYE
Employment Type: Agency (Either Temporary to Permanent or Ongoing Contract)
Starfyn Education are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching & Learning Assistant for one of our clients based in Lewisham. The school’s primary need is SEMH, and we need an individual to support pupils with co-regulation, leading to self-regulation, with the aim of helping them cope and learn within a mainstream setting.
The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate a clear understanding of family dynamics and utilize a holistic, trauma-responsive approach to develop trusting relationships with parents/carers, both at the pre-admission and setting-in stages. Utilizing a therapeutic approach, you will support pupils through a personalized set of tasks based on their interests and the curriculum.
The Role:
Days Required: Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 4:30pm (Full-time)
The Ideal Candidate will:
1. Have previous experience working within a School, College, or Provision.
2. Possess childcare experience working with children and young people, including those with challenging behavior and complex needs, particularly SEMH.
3. Have trauma-informed training.
4. Exhibit great interpersonal and communication skills with a genuine, caring attitude.
5. Promote pupils' educational, physical, cultural, emotional, and social well-being.
6. Provide appropriate support for the development of communication and independence in preparation for adult life.
7. Have knowledge of emotion coaching, TEACCH approach, PACE, and the theory behind zones of regulation.
8. Assist pupils (1:1 or in groups) with a teacher present.
9. Exhibit a creative, enthusiastic, imaginative, and caring approach to children with Special Educational Needs & Disabilities.
10. Have a willingness to learn and a genuine enthusiasm to make a difference.
Your Main Duties:
1. Support pupils' learning within the classroom.
2. Assist in the management of pupils.
3. Record and evidence pupil progress.
4. Assist in the preparation and maintenance of learning materials within the classroom environment.
5. Supervise and monitor pupils during the day, including lunch, break time, and other activities.
6. Report any activities or incidents relating to pupils.
As an agency worker, you are only paid for the days you have worked. Therefore, you will not be paid during the school holidays. We pay through an Umbrella provider and will uplift your daily rate to avoid you incurring any costs.
If you are interested in the role described above, please do not hesitate to get in touch with Sam of Starfyn Education.
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