Learning Support/Teaching Assistant

George Mitchell School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

George Mitchell School is seeking a Learning Support/Teaching Assistant to support pupils in the Primary phase (KS1/KS2). The role is term-time only, 32.5 hours per week across 46.01 weeks, with opportunities to contribute to phonics groups and targeted learning support.

You will work with students with additional learning and support needs, promoting inclusive practice, high standards, and personal and academic growth within a vibrant, community-focused school.

Qualifications

• Good level of spoken English is required.
• Experience in KS1 and/or KS2 is required.
• Experience of supporting students with additional needs (SEND).
• GCSE English and Maths are required.
• Experience teaching and managing phonics groups is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support students with additional learning needs in KS1/KS2.
• Assist with phonics groups and targeted literacy/numeracy support.
• Promote inclusive classroom learning and positive behaviour.

Skills

Good level of spoken English

KS1/KS2 experience

SEND experience

Phonics groups experience

Friendly and professional

Education

GCSE English and Maths

Job description

Learning Support/ Teaching Assistant - Primary

32.5 hours x 46.01 weeks (term-time only)

George Mitchell is an All-Through (3-16) multicultural school, with a Nursery. We are proud of our place at the heart of our local community. We were judged a ‘Good’ school by OFSTED and you will be joining us at an important point in our journey towards becoming an outstanding school.

We are looking to appoint capable and confident Learning Support/ Teaching Assistants to work with students who have additional learning and support needs in our Primary setting.

Our school is a happy, creative community where we seek to help every child thrive. You will play an important part in providing opportunities for personal and academic growth, and contributing to raising the standards of our students.

You must have:

• Good level of spoken English
• Experience in KS1 and/or KS2
• Experience of supporting students who have additional needs (SEND).
• GCSE English and maths
• Experienced teaching and managing phonics groups
• Be kind, friendly, professional and have high expectations for all children

The post is term time only, 32.5 hours a week (46.01 weeks). Attendance at INSET Days and CPD sessions is required (5 days equivalence).

Further information about the school can be found on our website - www.georgemitchellschool.co.uk.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offer of a position is subject to receiving satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS Clearance.

For more information please refer to the application pack on our website or contact Helena Culliney, HR Advisor, on 020 8539 6198 or e-mail [e-mail]