Teaching Assistant

Empowering Learning; Beverley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Empowering Learning are seeking Teaching Assistants for a York-based Secondary Special Needs School to support in classrooms on a 1:1 basis or within small groups. Roles start ASAP and can be full or part time. Pay is £100-£110 per day, Monday to Friday, with hours 8:30am–3:30pm.

The school caters to Primary and Secondary pupils with autism, challenging behaviours and communication needs. You will be involved in classroom duties and off-site recreational activities.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with special needs or challenging behaviours.
• Strong communication with students, parents and colleagues.
• Ability to work well in a team and follow teacher guidance.
• Patience, empathy and a positive attitude when supporting pupils.
• Effective classroom management and adapting to needs of learners.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher with educational programs and activities.
• Support students with special needs, including autism.
• Create a positive, inclusive learning environment.
• Help with daily tasks such as personal care and hygiene.
• Support academic and social development of students.
• Collaborate to develop and implement IEPs for students.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to the lead teacher.
• Assist with behaviour management strategies.

Skills

Special needs experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Patience & empathy

Classroom management

Toddler care knowledge

Job description

Empowering Learning are working with a Secondary Special Needs School in York who are seeking Teaching Assistants to support in their classrooms on a 1:1 basis or within small groups. These roles are to start ASAP and are full or part time.

Pay: £100-£110 a day Monday to Friday school hours 8.30 - 3.30pm

The school caters for Primary and Secondary pupils supporting Children with Autism and Challenging Behaviours and communication needs.

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 individualized education plans (IEPs) 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 organizational 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.