Graduate Teaching Assistant: SEND Support

Harris Federation; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Harris Allowance

Annual Loyalty Bonus

Pension Scheme

Wellbeing Cash Plan

Job summary

Harris Academy Orpington is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support individuals and groups, including students with SEND. The role involves in-class support and addressing students’ personal needs (social, health, hygiene, welfare). Salary for this role is £25,566.11 - £25,931.85 for 37.5 hours/week, 38 weeks/year.

The post requires degree-level qualifications, knowledge of SEND, and the ability to work with diverse learners. The Harris Federation offers a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Good literacy and numeracy skills.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience of working with young people in education or training.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support identified students in 1:1, group or whole class settings.
• Assist in developing resources, schemes of work and teaching strategies.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback on achievements and needs.
• Lead small group sessions and interventions.
• Support with behaviour management.
• Prepare the classroom for lessons and display students' work.
• Maintain resources and assist students in their use.
• Record keeping as requested.
• Engage with parents/carers and report information as directed.
• Accompany staff and students on visits and trips.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Teamwork

Initiative

Discretion

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Records & databases

Job description

Harris Academy Orpington is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support individuals and groups, including students with SEND. The role involves in-class support and addressing students’ personal needs (social, health, hygiene, welfare). Salary for this role is £25,566.11 - £25,931.85 for 37.5 hours/week, 38 weeks/year.

The post requires degree-level qualifications, knowledge of SEND, and the ability to work with diverse learners. The Harris Federation offers a competitive benefits package.