Teaching Assistant

Reeson Education; Bromley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant to make a difference in the lives of students with special educational needs. This role offers the chance to work in a supportive environment, where you will provide one-on-one assistance to students with autism and complex needs, helping them develop essential skills in literacy and mathematics. With small class sizes and ongoing training, you will enjoy a fulfilling career that allows you to contribute to the academic and personal growth of young learners. If you are dedicated, creative, and eager to make a positive impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

On The Job Training

Friendly well run school

Small class sizes

In class support

Qualifications

• Experience with students with autism and complex needs is essential.
• Ability to promote independence and support learning.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in accessing the curriculum and achieving their goals.
• Work with teachers to enhance learning and social inclusion.
• Maintain a safe and stimulating learning environment.

Skills

Patience

Creativity

Understanding of SEN needs

Communication Skills

Education

Experience working with SEN students

Job description

Teaching Assistant role

A fantastic SEN school in Bromley are looking for a passionate Teaching Assistant to join their team for the summer term and beyond.

• Small class sizes
• On The Job Training
• Friendly well run school
• In class support
• Bromley location

The Teaching Assistant Job
We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Teaching Assistant to work with students with a diagnosis of autism and some with more complex needs. You will provide one-on-one support, helping students engage with their learning and develop independence, literacy and mathematics skills. If you have patience, creativity, and a desire to make a real impact in the lives of these pupils, we would be happy to hear from you!

The successful Teaching Assistant applicant will be given an exciting opportunity to work as a part of a fantastic school in Bromley where your energy and experience will be valued as you play an important part working each day towards the schools aim to meet the varied needs of its students.

As a teaching assistant you will enjoy a high degree of job satisfaction as you have the opportunity to apply your skills to working with primary aged students who need support building their independence and life skills. Students will participate in an adapted curriculum to suit their learning needs.

The School

• Based in Bromley this fantastic school is friendly and well respected in the local community with students across the school ages 4-14 supporting students with a diagnosis of autism, including complex needs.
• Support and training offered every week to further develop your knowledge and skills as an SEN teaching assistant for children with varied needs.
• You will be working with skilled SEN Teachers and Teaching Assistants in a classroom environment.

The Teaching Assistant Responsibilities

• Work with class teachers to raise the learning and attainment of pupils.
• Promote pupil's independence, self-esteem and social inclusion.
• Give support to pupils, individually or in groups, so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning and experience a sense of achievement.
• Support with planning, preparation and resourcing for lessons.
• Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all pupils in learning and extracurricular activities.
• Use effective behaviour management strategies consistently in line with the school's policy and procedures.
• Organise and manage teaching space and resources to help maintain a stimulating and safe learning environment.

The Teaching Assistant Applicant

• Enjoyment of working with young people.
• Experience working with students with various SEN needs.
• Sensitivity and understanding to help build good relationships with pupils.
• A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times.
• Commitment to safeguarding pupil's well-being and equality.
• The ability to remain calm in stressful situations.