Teaching assistant

Randstad Education; Clevedon; Hybrid; GBP 14,363 - 18,846; Part time

Job summary

Randstad Education is seeking dedicated Bank Staff Teaching Assistants in Bristol to support students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This flexible role offers a chance to impact students' lives positively by providing essential academic and emotional support.

As a part of the school community, you'll assist teachers, facilitate learning, manage classroom behavior, and contribute to a safe and productive environment for diverse learners.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, especially those with diverse educational needs.
• Passion for education and supporting young people with SEN, especially with SEMH challenges.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents.

Responsibilities

• Support the classroom teacher to ensure inclusive lessons.
• Provide one-on-one or small group support to students.
• Assist in maintaining a focused and calm classroom atmosphere.
• Support the well-being of students facing SEMH challenges.

Skills

Patience

Strong Communication Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Experience with SEN/SEMH

Job description

Unlock Your Potential: Become a Teaching Assistant at a Bristol SEN/SEMH School with Randstad!

Are you seeking a rewarding and flexible role supporting young people with diverse educational needs? Randstad is looking for enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our team as Bank Staff Teaching Assistants in a specialised school supporting Special Educational Needs (SEN), including Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, right here in Bristol!

The Role: Making a Difference, Every Day

As a Bank Staff Teaching Assistant, you'll be an essential part of the school community, providing crucial support where it's needed most for students with various SEN requirements. This is a flexible, 'bank staff' position, perfect for those looking for varied work schedules within term time.

Location: Bristol, UK
Pay Rate: £90 per day
Working Hours: 8:15 AM - 3:30 PM (Typical school day hours)
Contract Type: Bank Staff (Flexible/Ad-hoc)

Your Impact: Key Responsibilities and Activities

You won't just be an extra pair of hands; you'll be a mentor, a motivator, and a pillar of support for students with diverse SEN needs, including those with SEMH challenges.

Core Responsibilities:

• Supporting Teachers: Assisting the classroom teacher to ensure lessons run smoothly and are inclusive for all learners.
• Facilitating Learning: Helping students with varied needs access and engage with a differentiated curriculum.
• Cultivating Positivity: Actively contributing to a safe, welcoming, and productive school environment.

Specific Activities Include:

• Targeted Support: Providing one-on-one or small group support to help students with their learning objectives, managing tasks, and overcoming academic or social-emotional challenges.
• Differentiated Assistance: Working with students across the SEN spectrum, adapting support methods to individual EHC plans.
• Classroom Management: Assisting in maintaining a focused and calm atmosphere, supporting behavioural and learning strategies set by the teacher.
• Student Well-being: Being a trusted point of contact, assisting with the pastoral care and overall well-being of the students, especially those facing SEMH difficulties.

What You'll Bring: Skills and Experience We Value

If you have a genuine passion for education and a drive to support young people with SEN, particularly those who face SEMH challenges, we want to hear from you!

Essential Qualities (The 'Must-Haves'):

• Patience: The ability to remain calm and understanding in challenging situations, recognising that learning and progress can take time.
• Strong Communication Skills: Clear, empathetic, and effective interaction with students (including non-verbal communication), staff, and parents.
• Empathy: A deep understanding and sensitivity toward the unique learning styles and needs of students with SEN/SEMH.
• Teamwork: The ability to work collaboratively and effectively as part of a dedicated school team, including working with therapists and specialists.
• Experience: Previous experience working with children, particularly those with SEN/SEMH, or in any educational setting (formal or informal).

Ready to make a tangible difference in the lives of young learners with SEN? Join Randstad and start your journey as a Teaching Assistant in Bristol!