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Specialist Teaching Assistant. Job in Wellington Education & Training Jobs

Aspire People

Wellington

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GBP 18,000 - 25,000

Full time

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Job summary

A leading educational agency is seeking a motivated Specialist Teaching Assistant in Telford to support children with diverse learning needs. The role involves one-to-one and small group support, assisting in tailored learning plans, managing social and emotional needs, and collaborating with educators. Candidates should be enthusiastic and ideally have experience in special educational needs. Full-time position during term time only.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development opportunities
Supportive consultant assistance
Rewarding role impacting children's lives

Qualifications

  • Experience of working with children with learning difficulties or special educational needs is preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

  • Support children on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.
  • Assist with the delivery of tailored learning plans to meet individual needs.
  • Help to manage social, emotional, and behavioural needs in a supportive environment.
  • Encourage communication and interaction through a range of strategies and tools.
  • Support students with physical and sensory needs, ensuring full participation in the curriculum.
  • Collaborate with the teaching team to monitor progress and adapt support as required.

Skills

Energetic
Enthusiastic
Patient
Flexible
Proactive

Education

Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification
Job description
Overview

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with diverse learning needs? We are looking for a motivated, energetic, and enthusiastic Specialist Teaching Assistant to join one of our client specialist primary schools in Telford.

This exciting opportunity offers you the chance to work with children who have moderate to complex learning difficulties, as well as challenges in communication & interaction, social, emotional and mental health, and sensory or physical/medical needs. Your role will be crucial in helping pupils reach their potential and achieve positive outcomes.

Responsibilities
  • Support children on a one-to-one basis and in small groups
  • Assist with the delivery of tailored learning plans to meet individual needs
  • Help to manage social, emotional, and behavioural needs in a supportive environment
  • Encourage communication and interaction through a range of strategies and tools
  • Support students with physical and sensory needs, ensuring full participation in the curriculum
  • Collaborate with the teaching team to monitor progress and adapt support as required
The Ideal Candidate
  • Energetic, enthusiastic, and patient
  • Committed to improving the educational experience of children with special educational needs
  • Able to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents
  • Flexible, proactive, and able to think on your feet
  • Experience of working with children with learning difficulties or special educational needs is preferred but not essential
  • A relevant qualification, such as a Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, is desirable
What We Offer
  • A supportive and dedicated consultant working alongside you
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities
  • A rewarding role where you can make a real impact in children's lives
  • Full-time, Monday to Friday, term time only

If you are passionate about providing outstanding support to children with a range of learning and development needs, we would love to hear from you.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

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