SEND Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Barking; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative primary school in Barking is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant to support students' educational development. This role involves delivering personalized learning activities, fostering a love for learning, and maintaining a safe and inclusive environment. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience, strong communication skills, and a commitment to student well-being. Join a vibrant team dedicated to making a difference in children's lives and enjoy a fulfilling career in education.

Qualifications

• Experience working with primary school-aged children, preferably as a teaching assistant.
• Strong commitment to fostering a love for learning and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored learning activities and provide one-on-one support.
• Collaborate with teachers to create a welcoming classroom environment.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Patience

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Relevant Qualification

Job description

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Location: Barking & Dagenham
Salary: £90-£110 per day
Hours: Full-time
Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant primary school based in Barking & Dagenham. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in supporting the educational development of students with the help of experienced teachers.
Responsibilities:

• Deliver tailored learning activities and provide one-on-one support and small group sessions.
• Collaborate closely with teachers in creating a welcoming and interesting classroom environment by assisting in the preparation and organization of classroom materials and resources to foster a love for learning.
• Maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment to ensure the well-being and safeguarding of all students.
• Support the management of student behaviour and encourage positive social interactions.
• Contribute to the assessment and tracking of student progress and provide feedback to teachers and parents/carers.

Requirements:

• Relevant experience working with primary school-aged children, preferably in a teaching assistant role.
• A passionate individual with a genuine commitment to fostering a love for learning.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with students, teachers, parents/carers.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask with changing priorities.
• Patience and resilience with the ability to remain calm in challenging situations.
• A relevant qualification or willingness to undertake training.

Successful applicants must undergo relevant background checks, including an enhanced DBS on the update service, as this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection. GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.
If you'd like to register your interest or be considered for this role, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community. For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Teaching Assistant’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.