Pastoral Teaching Assistant

Balfor Recruitment Group; Walsall; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment group is looking for a dedicated Pastoral Teaching Assistant for a full-time ongoing role in a special educational needs (SEN) school in Walsall. This position is essential for supporting students' well-being, ensuring safety, and fostering inclusive learning. Ideal candidates should have experience with SEN children and be committed to creating a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a pastoral teaching assistant with SEN children.
• PECS and Makaton training/experience desired.
• Full DBS check on update service is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide vigilant supervision to ensure safety.
• Foster trusting relationships with students.
• Facilitate engagement in the sensory room.
• Organize outdoor activities for physical activity.

Skills

Patience

Commitment

Creating a welcoming environment

Education

Qualified Teaching Assistant

Level 1 safeguarding certificate

Job description

Pastoral Teaching Assistant

Location: Walsall

Duration: Full time, on going

Salary: £95 – 105 per day

The School/role:

We are currently looking for an experienced pastoral teaching assistant who can take on a full-time on-going job role in a fantastic SEN school in Walsall. The school strives to provide the best quality teaching and learning with an inclusive and personalised curriculum. They are passionate about preparing students for life and supporting them to achieve their personal goal. This is a full-time post and will run until the end of the academic year.

If you’re interested in this role, then contact Haleemah at Balfor on 0121 260 0000 or email your CV to [e-mail]

• Candidate should have experience in a pastoral role with SEN children and varied academic levels.
• Requires patience, commitment, and creating a welcoming environment.
• Supportive school team focused on excellent student education.
• Ideal for those with teaching assistant experience.

Key Duties:

• Constant Supervision:Provide vigilant supervision to ensure the safety of the child and others, particularly in managing disruptive behaviour.
• Building Trusting Relationships:Foster a trusting relationship with the student to create a supportive learning environment.
• Sensory Room Assistance:Facilitate the student’s engagement in the sensory room to enhance their learning experience.
• Outdoor Activities:Organise and facilitate opportunities for the student to run around outside each day, promoting physical activity and well-being.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teaching Assistant OR Relevant SEN Background
• PECS and Makaton training/experience
• PMLD, SLD, MLD, ASD and Complex needs experience
• Level 1 safeguarding certificate
• Recent school based references
• Valid Photo ID – Driving Licence or passport
• Full DBS – on the update service