Teaching Assistant

Empowering Learning Ltd; Bingley; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Empowering Learning Ltd is recruiting Teaching Assistants for a Secondary Special Needs School in Bingley, Bradford. Roles are 1:1 or small-group support, with daytime hours from 8.30am to 3.30pm, starting ASAP.

The school supports children with autism, challenging behaviours, and communication needs, across primary and secondary levels. You will assist with classroom duties and off-site activities, help implement educational programs, monitor progress, and contribute to a nurturing, inclusive

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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 IEPs 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 practices

Communication & collaboration

Organizational skills

Patience & empathy

Behaviour management

Toddler care knowledge

Job description

Empowering Learning are working with Secondary Special Needs School in Bingley in Bradford 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 hours of work will be 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. If you have a passion for educating children and making a positive impact in their lives, we encourage you to apply for this position.

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