Teaching Assistant

Woodside Academy; Bexleyheath; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodside Academy is seeking experienced Teaching Assistants to support pupils in our Early Years and Primary phases. The role requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with experience of working with children with special needs, including autism.

You will join a friendly, supportive team with opportunities for further training and potential progression. We operate an EYFS/Primary model and welcome applicants who have delivered tailored learning programmes for children with SEND,

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience of working with children with special needs, including autism.
• Experience in Early Years, Primary or Special settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support learning across Early Years and Primary phases.
• Contribute to bespoke CPD and training opportunities.
• Deliver tailored and personalised learning programmes for children with SEND.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

SEND experience

Autism experience

Job description

About our Vacancy

We are seeking to appoint suitably experienced Teaching Assistants to work in our Early Years and Primary phases. The ideal candidate should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Experience of working with children with special needs, including those with autism, is essential. The successful candidates will join a friendly, supportive team with opportunities for further training. There is potential for this role to become permanent.

We offer a comprehensive and bespoke CPD programme. throughout the year and have a good record of upskilling staff at all levels. As all children have an EHCP and are working significantly below age-related expectations, the role is more likely to suit those who are trained/experienced within Early Years, Primary or Special settings.

We operate an EYFS/Primary model of teaching up to and including Year 13 with some specialist teaching in Y10-13.

We are particularly keen to hear from you if you have experience of delivering tailored and personalised learning programmes for children with SEND