Dedicated Teaching Assistant

The Downs School; Compton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Caring Environment

Empowerment

Exceptional Students

Professional Environment

Professional Growth

Flexible Work Options

Job summary

The Downs School in Compton is seeking a dedicated individual to provide practical support for teachers and the SEN team on a fixed term contract. You will work with students individually or in small groups to promote positive learning and behaviour, helping the classroom teacher as needed.

This rewarding role offers valuable experience for those considering teacher training and a supportive, collaborative environment where staff wellbeing is prioritised.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting teachers or SEN pupils is advantageous.
• Ability to work with students individually or in small groups.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• be organised, flexible and reliable, with the ability to work with students in a professional and appropriate way
• be well-motivated and keen to show their enthusiasm for the role
• introduce work to students, set by a subject specialist, and support the students with their learning in the absence of the classroom teacher
• issue (not setting) work, managing behaviour, responding to students' general queries and ensuring students are working to their full potential
• contribute to the development of the department as part of a dedicated team
• have a professional attitude that is open to innovative ways of working
• be flexible and adaptable when faced with challenges

Skills

Organisation

Flexibility

Reliability

Professional attitude

Job description

We are looking to recruit a talented, motivational and inspiring individual to provide teachers and the SEN team with practical support for a fixed term contract. You will work either individually or with small groups of children to promote positive learning and behaviour. A passion and interest in supporting all children in a school setting is essential. This is an immensely rewarding role in its own right but also provides good experience for anyone considering training as a teacher.

Responsibilities

• be organised, flexible and reliable, with the ability to work with students in a professional and appropriate way
• be well-motivated and keen to show their enthusiasm for the role
• introduce work to students, set by a subject specialist, and support the students with their learning in the absence of the classroom teacher
• issue (not setting) work, managing behaviour, responding to students' general queries and ensuring students are working to their full potential
• contribute to the development of the department as part of a dedicated team
• have a professional attitude that is open to innovative ways of working
• be flexible and adaptable when faced with challenges

Benefits

• Caring Environment: Our positive ethos prioritises staff well-being and recognition.
• Empowerment: Work alongside ambitious, dedicated colleagues who are committed to developing the whole child.
• Exceptional Students: Engage with children who love being at school, exhibit exceptional behaviour and have a strong attitude towards their learning.
• Professional Environment: Join a stimulating and collaborative workplace in a school Ofsted labelled as 'exceptional' in October 2024
• Professional Growth: Access extraordinary professional development and support to enhance your skills.
• Flexible Work Options: We value work balance through the availability of flexible working, our 'Time for you Tuesdays', commuted INSETs and Employee Assistance Programme