Graduate Teaching Assistant

TipTopJob; Chipping Barnet; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An outstanding independent school in North London is seeking a dedicated teaching assistant to support neurodivergent students aged 11-14. This role offers a full-time, long-term opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of students with moderate learning difficulties and autism spectrum disorder. You will work closely with a supportive team and exceptional leadership, ensuring a positive and inclusive learning environment. If you have a passion for education and a calm, patient demeanor, this is the perfect opportunity to join a rewarding and impactful role in a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with neurodivergent children is essential.
• Must have a clear DBS and the right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic support to students in a small group or one-on-one.
• Promote a positive classroom culture and implement behaviour strategies.

Skills

Patience

Calm under pressure

Behaviour management

Emotional support

Education

Experience as a teaching assistant

DBS check

Job description

Teaching Assistant

* Immediate start
* Competitive rate of pay
* Full-time, long-term
* North London
* GBP80-100 per day

A teaching assistant is needed for an independent school in North London for neurodivergent children aged 11-14.

As a teaching assistant, you will be supporting students with MLD and moderate ASD who are working very closely to the national curriculum.

This school is easily accessible from around London, with great transport links.

Being a teaching assistant at this school, you will become a part of a highly supportive team with exceptional senior leadership and fantastic resources.

Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:

1. Providing academic support, either one-on-one or in a small group.
2. Promoting a positive and inclusive classroom culture and providing emotional support when needed.
3. Implementing behaviour management strategies to maintain a positive and safe learning environment.
4. Using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage focus and self-control.
5. Assisting with lesson planning and delivery.
6. Being aware of safeguarding policies and procedures to ensure the safety and well-being of students.

Teaching Assistant Requirements:

1. The right to work in the UK.
2. A clear and up-to-date DBS.
3. Experience working as a teaching assistant.
4. A patient and calm attitude and the ability to work under pressure.

If you are an experienced teaching assistant with a passion for supporting ASD students, then this is the role for you.

Apply now to be a teaching assistant at this outstanding school and help to make a significant positive impact on the lives of these students.