Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Empowering Learning; Derby; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Empowering Learning in Derby is recruiting a teaching assistant to join a dedicated and supportive team at a special needs school. The role starts in September and runs through the new academic year, with classroom duties and off-site recreational activities.

You will work closely with the lead teacher to implement educational programs and support students with special needs, including those with autism, helping them develop academically and socially in a nurturing setting.

Qualifications

• Experience with children, especially those with special needs.
• Knowledge of special education practices.
• Able to communicate with students, parents and colleagues.
• Strong organisation and attention to detail.
• Patient, empathetic approach.
• Able to adapt to changing situations and challenging behaviours.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead teacher in implementing educational programs and activities.
• Provide support to students with special needs, including those with autism.
• Assist in creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Help students with daily tasks, such as personal care and hygiene.
• Support students in their academic and social development.
• Collaborate with the lead teacher to develop and implement education health care plans for students.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to the lead teacher.
• Assist with classroom management and behaviour management strategies.

Skills

Experience with children

Special education knowledge

Communication skills

Organisation

Patience & empathy

Adaptability

Toddler care knowledge

Job description

Empowering Learning is working with a special needs school in Derby, who are recruiting for a teaching assistant to work with their dedicated and supportive team. The role is to start in September and will lead throughout the new academic year.

You will be involved in classroom duties and off-site recreational activities.

Duties

• Assist the lead teacher in implementing educational programs and activities for students.
• Provide support to students with special needs, including those with autism.
• Assist in creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Help students with daily tasks, such as personal care and hygiene.
• Support students in their academic and social development.
• Collaborate with the lead teacher to develop and implement education health care plans for students.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to the lead teacher.
• Assist with classroom management and behaviour management strategies.

Skills

• Experience working with children, particularly those with special needs and challenging behaviours.
• Knowledge of special education practices and strategies.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude towards working with children.
• Ability to adapt to changing situations and handle challenging behaviours.
• Knowledge of toddler care and development is a plus.

This position requires a compassionate individual who is dedicated to supporting the educational needs of students.

The teaching assistant will work closely with the lead teacher to create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

Experience working with children, particularly those with special needs, is essential.

Strong communication skills are also important for effectively collaborating with students, parents, and colleagues.

The ability to adapt to different situations and handle challenging behaviours is crucial. If you have a passion for educating children and making a positive impact in their lives, we encourage you to apply for this position.