Classroom Assistant - Guildford

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a passionate Classroom Assistant in Guildford. This role offers a unique opportunity to support children with special educational needs, helping them overcome barriers to success. You will work closely with teachers and other professionals, gaining invaluable experience while making a real difference in the lives of young learners. With excellent training and support provided, this position not only serves as a stepping stone into the education sector but also paves the way for future career progression in special needs education and related fields. If you have a compassionate approach and a desire to empower students, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

On-site Education and Training

Support and CPD

Term Time Only Work

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with learning difficulties.
• Ability to work 1:1 and in small groups.

Responsibilities

• Assist the class teacher in providing learning experiences.
• Provide behaviour and pastoral support to students.
• Ensure safeguarding of students.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Compassion

Behaviour Support

Ability to Build Relationships

Education

Relevant Experience in Education

Job description

Classroom Assistant - Guildford - Education and Training - Special Needs - SEN - LSA - TA - Learning Support - Teaching Assistant

Do you have a passion for supporting children with Learning Difficulties, including Autism, and Speech, Language & Communication needs?

This specialist built school near Guildford are looking for a dedicated Classroom Assistant to support children aged 4-17 with mild to severe learning difficulties.

The Classroom Assistant role is an excellent way to get your ‘foot in the door’, providing the opportunity to work closely and network with other teams of professionals, gaining relevant experience, and expanding your knowledge and skillset. The Special Needs Teaching Assistant role will give you essential experience within a challenging yet rewarding setting.

Career progression routes include Special Needs Teacher, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist and various Child Psychology and Educational Psychology routes.

A common feature for many children and young people with special educational needs is marginalisation and disadvantage, trauma, dysfunctional family relationships, low educational attainment and stigmatisation. Subsequently they face many barriers in life and are more ‘at risk’ of negative outcomes. As a Special Needs Teaching Assistant, you will be instrumental in providing consistency, and equipping children and young people with tools to ensure they feel safe, secure, empowered, and believe that they can succeed in life.

Job Role and Responsibilities of a Classroom Assistant:

* Assist the class teacher in providing the learning experience of students

* Behaviour and pastoral support

* Ability to build robust and effective relationships with students

* Practical approach to meet the individual needs of students

* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

* Caring, compassionate, and a good listener

* Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students

* Ensure safeguarding of students

* Attend staff meetings and complete appropriate CPD

**Start date ASAP - Guildford

**Excellent on-site education and training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all students

**Mon-Fri, 8:30am-4.00pm, term time only

**£89-£105 per day

**You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship

**Must be able to travel to Guildford

Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate