KS2 Teaching Assistant

Long Term Futures Ltd; Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Long Term Futures Ltd is recruiting for a KS2 SEN Teaching Assistant in Surbiton. You will provide 1:1 SEN support to Key Stage 2 pupils, assisting with literacy, numeracy and SEND interventions, including pupils with ASD, ADHD and SEMH. This role is full-time and long-term, with an immediate start.

You will work in a primary setting, supporting pupils across Years 3-6, helping with emotional regulation and social skills, and collaborating with teachers to foster an inclusive classroom.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting KS2 pupils in primary settings.
• Ability to implement literacy and numeracy interventions.
• Experience with autism, ADHD and SEMH needs is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 SEN support to KS2 pupils.
• Support children with Autism, ADHD, SEMH and SEND needs.
• Assist with emotional regulation and social skills.
• Deliver targeted literacy and numeracy interventions.
• Encourage independence and confidence.
• Apply calm, positive approaches to challenging behaviour.
• Monitor progress and report to teachers and SENCO.
• Collaborate with staff to create inclusive learning environments.

Skills

KS2 experience

1:1 SEN support

Behaviour strategies

SEND interventions

Job description

KS2 SEN Teaching Assistant - Surbiton

Location: Surbiton, KT5/KT6 - commutable from Kingston, New Malden, Tolworth, Chessington and surrounding areas
Pay: 110- 125 per day
Start Date: Immediate / ASAP
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Contract: Long-term temporary
Setting: Primary School - Key Stage 2 (KS2)

Long Term Futures is recruiting a dedicated and proactive KS2 SEN Teaching Assistant to join a primary school in Surbiton, Kingston upon Thames, on a full-time, long-term basis with an immediate start available. This position will involve supporting pupils across Key Stage 2 (Years 3-6), providing tailored assistance to children with additional needs, including Autism (ASD), ADHD, SEMH and speech and language difficulties.

About the Role

• Provide dedicated 1:1 SEN support to pupils across Key Stage 2.


• Support children with Autism, ADHD, SEMH and additional learning needs.


• Support pupils with emotional regulation, social interaction and positive behaviour.


• Deliver targeted literacy, numeracy and SEND interventions where appropriate.


• Encourage independence, confidence and the development of key social skills.


• Support pupils who may display challenging behaviour using calm, positive approaches.


• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff and the SENCO.


• Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to create an inclusive learning environment.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experience supporting pupils within KS2 (Years 3-6) is highly desirable.


• Good understanding of Autism, ADHD, SEMH and associated learning needs.


• Confident providing 1:1 support and implementing positive behaviour strategies.


• Experience supporting pupils with emotional regulation and challenging behaviour.


• Knowledge of EHCPs, differentiated learning and SEND interventions.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.