KS1 Teaching Assistant - Wokingham)

Academics; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An outstanding school in Wokingham is seeking a passionate KS1 Teaching Assistant to support children, particularly those with special educational needs. In this rewarding role, you'll help create a positive learning environment while running phonics and spelling interventions. Join a friendly team with supportive leadership and benefit from opportunities for professional development. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact on children's lives and contribute to a warm, welcoming school community.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive leadership

Friendly team environment

Positive impact on children's lives

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in Year 1 or Year 2.
• Desirable experience with children with SEN, ASD, or ADHD.

Responsibilities

• Support children during lessons and manage behaviour.
• Run tailored interventions in phonics and spellings.
• Provide extra support for children with special educational needs.

Skills

Experience with children

SEN support

Phonics and spelling interventions

Flexibility and adaptability

Engagement with children

Job description

KS1 Teaching Assistant - Wokingham - ASAP Start

Are you experienced in working with children in Year 1 or Year 2? Do you want to support SEN children in KS1?

An outstanding school in Wokingham is seeking a KS1 Teaching Assistant to join their team. You will play a key role supporting children within the classroom, including running phonics and spelling interventions in the afternoons. The school will provide training for these interventions, which are aimed at SEN children or those struggling with phonics and spellings.

Benefits for you as a KS1 Teaching Assistant:

• Be part of a friendly team with supportive leadership
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• A warm, welcoming school community
• A rewarding role with a positive impact on children's lives

Key responsibilities:

1. Supporting children during lessons and managing behaviour
2. Running tailored interventions in phonics and spellings
3. Providing extra support for children with special educational needs
4. Collaborating with teachers to create and adapt learning resources
5. Recording and monitoring children's progress in interventions

What the school is looking for:

• Experience working with children, either professionally or personally
• Desirable: experience with children with SEN, ASD, or ADHD
• Flexibility and adaptability in the classroom
• Proactive and engaging with children
• A passion for creating a positive learning environment