Resource Base Teaching Assistant

Academics Ltd; Rhoose; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd is seeking an ALN Teaching Assistant for a Resource Base in Barry, supporting students aged 3-11 with severe learning difficulties and complex needs. The ideal candidate should show compassion, patience, and a commitment to maintaining a positive educational environment, working collaboratively with teachers on individual student plans.

Benefits

In-house payroll

Gold accredited compliance

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or adults with ALN.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service.
• EWC registration required.

Responsibilities

• Handle challenging behaviour using de-escalation techniques.
• Collaborate with staff on students' Education Healthcare Plans.
• Ensure a positive and safe learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Patience

Job description

Academics are looking for an ALN Teaching Assistant to work in a Resource Base in a school in Barry. The students are aged 3-11 with Severe and Profound Learning Difficulties, Complex Needs, Autism and Sensory Impairment. The base has a welcoming atmosphere and are looking for a candidate who is kind, patient and passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs. The hours for this role are 08:30am to 3.30pm Monday - Friday.

Responsibilities include:

• Effectively handling challenging behaviour and meltdowns using de-escalation techniques

• Collaborating with the teachers and wider school staff to work towards the student's Education Healthcare Plans (EHCPs)

• Ensuring a positive and safe learning environment that focuses on the wellbeing of the students

Requirements for this role include experience working with children or adults with ALN, caring and empathetic individuals, strong communication and written English skills, an Enhanced DBS on the update service and EWC registration.

We offer-

A personal contact- that's me, Jo. The demand for Learning support Assistants is only growing. You school feedback is important. Finding your desired school is important.

Gold accredited compliance, protecting you, me, the school and the children. There is no cutting corners and you must feel safe in changing environments. Schools trust our compliance and know the staff we provide are fully vetted.

In house payroll. This means no 'umbrella payroll agencies'; no time spent doing your own tax returns and getting confused with timings and weekly pay, I ensure timesheets are correct and on time.

"I've been with Academics Cardiff for over four years. I've never had a problem. They're always just a phone call away. They're professional yet compassionate and also personable. Would highly recommend."- Paula

If you want an informal chat about what we can offer and what you're looking for without the pressure of registering. Apply with a recent CV or give me a call on (phone number removed).