Reception Teaching Assistant Sense Education

Sense Education Limited; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a passionate Reception Teaching Assistant to join a dynamic team in Carlisle. This role is focused on providing essential support to young learners, particularly those with additional needs such as Autism and ADHD. You will work closely with teachers to create engaging lessons and foster a nurturing environment for holistic development. With a supportive staff network and opportunities for SEND training, this is an exciting chance to make a significant impact on the lives of young students. If you are dedicated and enthusiastic about helping children thrive, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

SEND training

Supportive staff network

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience working with EYFS or KS1 students is essential.
• Willingness to work towards relevant qualifications is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with additional needs in a classroom setting.
• Deliver engaging lessons in collaboration with the classroom teacher.
• Promote a safe and nurturing learning environment.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Understanding of EYFS curriculum

Support for students with Autism

Classroom management

Education

Relevant qualifications in education

Job description

We are currently looking for a Reception Teaching Assistant to start ASAP in a Primary school in Carlisle. We are looking for a dedicated, passionate person who has experience of working either with EYFS or KS1.

The school has had a recent large intake of children with additional needs who require 1:1 and class support. As a Reception Teaching Assistant, you will be supporting young people with additional needs such as Autism, ADHD, and speech and language delays. The role is to work within a friendly, dynamic team.

The school has a supportive network of staff and a senior leadership team. You will be offered support in the role and we will also offer SEND training.

The role:

• To work closely with the classroom teacher to deliver engaging and interactive lessons.
• Provide 1:1 or small group support to students with additional needs.
• Help develop a safe and nurturing environment for learning, also with classroom management and behaviour guidance to ensure a positive learning atmosphere.
• Assist in school activities and events that encourage the holistic development of the pupils.
• Promote learning through indoor and outdoor play.

The ideal person:

• Has a passion for working with young people at EYFS.
• Has a passion for working with young people with Autism and other additional needs.
• Has patience, empathy, and a positive attitude.
• Has a basic understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum or KS1.
• Holds relevant qualifications or has a willingness to work towards relevant qualifications is considered a plus.

School hours are 8.40am – 3.15pm. The position is full-time with an immediate start; we will also consider part-time applicants for the role.

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up-to-date CV, and we will be in touch. You can find out more about us at www.senseeducation.co.uk.

Safeguarding children is an integral part of what we do, and we have a stringent safer recruitment process. We undertake checks on all candidates we work with. As such, we require a current Enhanced DBS Disclosure for everyone working in schools. If you do not have a subscription to the DBS Update Service, you may be required to complete a new DBS application as part of the registration process.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position but it is long-term. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available.