Secondary IAP Teaching Assistant — SEMH Support

The Valley Leadership Academy; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The Valley Leadership Academy is a secondary school for 11 to 16-year-olds in Bacup. We joined Star Academies in 2019 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism.

We are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to provide targeted support to pupils, helping them achieve learning goals and to participate fully in school life. Applicants should have NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant or A Level qualifications and experience with SEMH students.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant or equivalent is required.
• A Level or equivalent qualification is preferred.
• Experience working with children in a school setting is desirable.
• Experience supporting students with SEMH difficulties is beneficial.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, parents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to pupils to aid learning and development.
• Contribute to an outstanding learning environment and classroom routines.
• Develop relationships across the school and local community.

Skills

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Effective communication

Student support

Relationship building

Education

NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant

A Level or equivalent

Job description

The Valley Leadership Academy is a secondary school for 11 to 16-year-olds in Bacup. We joined Star Academies in 2019 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism.

We are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to provide targeted support to pupils, helping them achieve learning goals and to participate fully in school life. Applicants should have NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant or A Level qualifications and experience with SEMH students.