Senior Teaching Assistant — Inclusive Education Lead

Shaftesbury; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaftesbury Education is seeking a dedicated and experienced candidate to work under the direction of a teacher, taking responsibility for delegated learning activities and contributing to lesson planning and preparation. You will deliver learning activities for individuals, groups or the whole class, monitor progress, and report achievements to ensure a safe and purposeful learning environment.

The role focuses on supporting students with special needs, maintaining a calm and adaptable

Qualifications

• Diploma Level 3 in Supporting Teaching & Learning or equivalent with relevant educational content.
• Level 1/2 or equivalent in English, Maths and ICT, or willingness to achieve.
• Qualified first aider and lifeguard or willingness to achieve within 6 months.
• Up to date Moving & Handling certificate.

Responsibilities

• Take the lead role in coordinating the organisation and management of a safe and purposeful learning environment.
• Assume sole supervision of groups of students within the class, including delivering learning activities and covering for the teacher.
• Plan the week’s schedule by reviewing weekly planners, considering appointments, objectives, stall numbers, and parental comments.

Skills

Empathy

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Diploma Level 3 in Supporting Teaching & Learning

English/Maths/ICT Level 1 or 2

First aider and lifeguard (or willingness)

Moving & Handling certificate

Job description

Shaftesbury Education is seeking a dedicated and experienced candidate to work under the direction of a teacher, taking responsibility for delegated learning activities and contributing to lesson planning and preparation. You will deliver learning activities for individuals, groups or the whole class, monitor progress, and report achievements to ensure a safe and purposeful learning environment.

The role focuses on supporting students with special needs, maintaining a calm and adaptable