Learning Support Practitioner - Level 3 TA

Aspire People; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£250 referral bonus

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a dedicated Primary School Early Years 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil in a Walsall school, starting ASAP. You will work 1:1 with a pupil on the autism spectrum with low ability, collaborating with the class teacher to tailor activities and monitor progress.

The role emphasizes individualized support, emotional development, and inclusive teaching practices in a stimulating Early Years environment.

Qualifications

• Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification or ratio equivalent.
• Experience working with children in a 1:1 setting is preferred.
• Strong empathy and understanding of individual student needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with students, staff and parents.
• Patience and emotional support abilities; adaptable to evolving needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized 1:1 support to a pupil in Early Years.
• Collaborate with the teacher to plan and deliver tailored lessons and activities.
• Support academic, social and emotional development to boost confidence.
• Create an inclusive, nurturing learning environment for the pupil.
• Adapt teaching strategies and resources to suit the pupil's needs.
• Assist with progress assessments and feedback to teacher and parents.
• Foster positive relationships and clear communication with school and family.
• Uphold school policies and safeguarding expectations.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Patience

Flexibility

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Primary School Early Years 1:1 Teaching Assistant - Walsall

Are you passionate about supporting individual student's learning journeys? Do you have experience working with children in a 1:1 setting? We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistants to join Aspire People to work in a school in Walsall, working in their Early Years class on a 1:1 basis with a pupil who has autism and low ability, starting ASAP.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support and assistance to a specific student in Early Years.
• Collaborate with the classroom teacher to plan and deliver tailored lessons and activities to meet the student's unique needs.
• Support the student's academic, social, and emotional development, promoting their self-confidence and independence.
• Create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where the student can thrive.
• Adapt teaching strategies and resources to accommodate the student's learning style and abilities.
• Assist with the assessment of the student's progress and provide feedback to the classroom teacher and parents.
• Foster positive relationships with the student and establish clear communication channels with the school and parents.
• Uphold the school's values, policies, and procedures.

Requirements

• Level 2/3 Support Teaching or Learning (or ratio equivalent.)
• Previous experience working with children in a 1:1 capacity, preferably in an educational setting.
• Strong empathy and understanding of individual student needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with the student, staff, and parents.
• Patience, resilience, and the ability to provide emotional support when needed.
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the evolving needs of the student and adapt teaching strategies accordingly.
• Knowledge of relevant teaching methodologies and resources for supporting individual students.
• Relevant qualifications in education or teaching assistant role are desirable but not essential.

Benefits

• We also offer you a 250 referral bonus for recommendations of candidates suitable for any of the roles we are currently recruiting for.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.