Graduate Teaching Assistant

REESON Education; East Finchley; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great transport links

Job summary

REESON Education is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant in North London to support neurodivergent students aged 11-14. The role involves one-on-one or small group academic support, contributing to an inclusive classroom, and assisting with lesson delivery. A DBS clearance and the right to work in the UK are required.

The school is easily accessible by transport and offers a supportive team environment. The position is full-time and long-term, with a competitive daily rate of £80-£100.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience supporting students with ASD/LD.
• Ability to work within a safeguarding framework.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic support one-on-one or in small groups.
• Promote inclusive classroom culture and offer emotional support.
• Implement behaviour management to maintain a safe learning environment.
• Use positive reinforcement to boost focus and self-control.
• Assist with lesson planning and delivery.
• Follow safeguarding policies and procedures.

Skills

One-on-one support

Small group support

Patience under pressure

Classroom management

Education

DBS clearance

Right to work in the UK

Tools

None

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Immediate start

Competitive rate of pay

Full-time, long-term

North London

£80-100 per day

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

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

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

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

Graduate Teaching Assistant Responsibilities

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

Graduate Teaching Assistant Requirements

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

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

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.