Independence Assistant - The White House School

The Methodist Church in Britain; Yate; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

The White House School in the United Kingdom is seeking a teaching assistant to support pupils across the curriculum. The role focuses on direct pupil support, including 1:1 work and targeted interventions, while assisting teaching professionals throughout the school.

Hours are 8:30am to 3:45pm across four days, with one later finish until 4:30pm. A strong commitment to safeguarding and creating the best opportunities for pupils is essential.

Qualifications

• Direct support for pupils, including 1:1 support and interventions.
• Support professionals across the curriculum and the school.
• Commitment to safeguarding and creating best opportunities for pupils.

Responsibilities

• Work as a teaching assistant supporting professionals across the curriculum and school
• Work directly with pupils to support their learning
• Provide 1:1 support and interventions for pupils

Job description

This teaching assistant post at The White House School, an independent specialist school, supports pupils across the curriculum and the wider school. The core of the work is direct support for pupils, including 1:1 support and interventions, alongside teaching professionals. Hours are 8.30am to 3.45pm across four days, with one later finish until 4.30pm.

What the job involves

• Work as a teaching assistant supporting professionals across the curriculum and school
• Work directly with pupils to support their learning
• Provide 1:1 support and interventions for pupils

Skills & knowledge

• Confidence and resilience
• Excellent communication skills
• Eye for detail

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Other relevant checks with statutory bodies
• Pre-employment checks and references
• Declaration of relevant convictions, cautions and other matters if shortlisted

Other

• Passion for creating the best opportunities and outcomes for pupils
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children