Teaching Assistant

Sir Jonathan North Girl's College; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based educational institution is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support SEND students and aid in their academic progress. The ideal candidate will provide 1:1 support and work alongside teachers to develop suitable learning plans. This full-time role offers training and professional development opportunities in a supportive environment. Commitment to safeguarding and child protection is essential. The contract covers 39 weeks during term time plus additional training days.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Career progression options

Qualifications

• Experience with special educational needs (SEND) is preferred.
• Ability to provide 1:1 support and facilitate small interventions.
• Willingness to undergo child protection screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to SEND students within the mainstream environment.
• Assist in developing suitable support programs with teachers.
• Maintain student records and contribute to student progress monitoring.

Skills

Understanding special needs

Supporting integration of SEND students

Building supportive relationships

Job description

Sir Jonathan North Girls' College currently have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated practitioner to join the team as a Teaching Assistant, to maximise progress of SEND students by providing support to students with SEND.

The post holder will be required to work fulltime 8.15am - 2.45pm, 30 hours per week for 39 weeks (term-time plus 5 teacher training days).

The salary is Leicestershire County Grade 5, Points 7-8 Actual Salary £17,471.00 - £17,748.00 (Full Time Equivalent £25,191.00 - £25,590.00).

Main tasks and responsibilities include :

• To provide support to SEND students within the mainstream as directed by the SENCo.
• To provide 1 : 1 and small interventions as directed by the SENCo.

Supporting the Student :

• Understanding the special needs of the student(s). To bring experience and knowledge to meeting the student(s) needs.
• To support the students in achieving agreed targets as outlined on their Learning Plans.
• Taking into account the special needs involved, to support student progress across the curriculum :
• To establish a supportive relationship with the student(s) concerned.
• To write and develop student targets.
• To assist students with completion of homework.
• To encourage integration / inclusion of the student with SEND and or additional needs.
• To develop methods of promoting / reinforcing the student’s self-esteem.
• To provide support of a confidence nature for students with low self-image and esteem.
• To complete Student Reviews for named students.

Supporting the Teacher :

• To assist the class teacher (and other professionals as appropriate) in the development of a suitable programme of support for the student(s) with SEND and or additional needs.
• In conjunction with the class teacher and / or other professionals to record student progress.
• To contribute to the maintenance of student records.
• To undertake any other duties within the purview of the grade as directed by the SENCo.

Why join us? As a Teaching Assistant within Sir Jonathan North Girls' College, you’ll be able to build upon your existing skillset within a supportive environment, with professional development, training, and career progression opportunities available.

Safeguarding Statement

Sir Jonathan North and the Lionheart Educational Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we have sufficient applicants with appropriate skills.