Class Teaching Assistant

Randstad Staffing; Andover; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Life Assurance

Employee Discount Scheme

Job summary

Randstad Education is recruiting a Class Teaching Assistant in Andover to support a small group of pupils and assist teachers across lessons. The role centres on safeguarding, inclusion and creating a positive learning environment for pupils aged 5–18 with a range of needs.

The ideal candidate has teaching experience, strong GCSE results in English and Maths, and a proactive attitude toward professional development. DBS checks are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum GCSE grade C in English and Mathematics or equivalent.
• Experience as a Teaching Assistant or similar role.
• Experience with SEMH pupils within an educational setting.
• Willing to take on additional responsibilities in areas like Forest School, Lunchtimes, etc.
• Experience in behaviour management and techniques.
• Committed to professional development and learning.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and support one pupil or small group (up to six).
• Support the Classroom Teacher during lessons.
• Report on pupils' progress and concerns to staff.
• Supervise pupils during non-classroom time, including trips and activities.
• Assist with lesson planning and preparation.
• Set work and marking as appropriate.
• Foster positive relationships to drive learning outcomes.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication with parents

Under pressure

Inspire

Role model

Building rapport

Team player

Time management

SEN experience

Curriculum knowledge

Education

High school

College

Tools

SIMS

Job description

Class Teaching Assistant

Full-time, term-time only

Salary: £21,257.48 - £23,232.69

Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme

Location: Andover, Hampshire

Are you ready to join a supportive and nurturing community that works together to achieve the very best outcomes for its pupils?

This brand new school has the capacity for up to 60 pupils and offers safe and supportive environments for pupils from 5 to 18 years old with a range of complex needs. We believe in fostering a positive and supportive environment where every child feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our commitment to a holistic approach ensures that academic progress is complemented by emotional wellbeing and personal growth.

Role Responsibilities

• Dedicated to mentoring and supporting one pupil or a small group of no more than six pupils
• Supporting the Classroom Teacher during lessons
• Reporting on pupils' progress and concerns, and liaising with other school staff to ensure pupils' needs are met
• Supervision of pupils during non-classroom time including extra-curricular activities and school trips
• Assisting with lesson planning and classroom preparation
• Setting work where appropriate, and marking
• Building positive relationships with pupils and driving interaction and positive learning outcomes

Requirements

• Have a strong basic education, ideally to A-level, with a minimum of GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English Language and Mathematics, and sound IT skills
• Previous experience in a similar role, ie Teaching Assistant
• Some previous experience of working with pupils with SEMH within an educational setting
• Be experienced and confident enough to take additional responsibility in an area of school, ie Food Hygiene, Forest School, Lunchtimes, School Yoga etc.
• Experience of behaviour management and techniques
• Committed to professional development and willing to learn
• Must be willing to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check prior to commencing work

What We Offer

• A workplace that values the emotional health and wellbeing of everybody (you included!)
• A commitment to support your development in acquiring new skills through a wide range of professional opportunities
• An opportunity to make a huge contribution to the lives and lifelong learning of vulnerable children who deserve high quality teaching in a safe educational provision
• A friendly and inclusive team who are passionate about improving pupil outcomes

For more information or an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Richard Lanning at Randstad Education in the first instance, on [e-mail] or 01293 527416

Skills

• 121 teaching experience
• ability to communicate with parents
• ability to work well under pressure
• able to inspire
• be a role model
• building rapport with children
• career driven
• communication
• effective discipline
• empathy
• engaging
• excellent time management
• FMS experience
• good behaviour management skills
• good classroom management
• good communication skills
• good sense of humour
• high expectations
• keen to contribute to the life of the school
• key stage 3 experience
• key stage 4 experience
• key stage 5 experience
• knowledge of A-level specification
• knowledge of curriculum
• knowledge of GCSE specification
• knowledge of subject
• motivated
• partake in extra curricular activities
• passion for education
• SEN experience
• set clear objectives
• SIMS experience
• sixth form experience
• teaching assistant experience
• team player
• work well autonomously
• years 7-11 experience

Education

• high school
• college