Teaching Assistant

Forest School; Horsham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Forest School in Horsham is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support learning and personal development across all subjects, with a focus on students with SEN. You will work within the Inclusion Team, assist in classroom activities, promote a positive learning environment, and help students achieve their personal best.

There may be opportunities for after-school clubs. The role requires Maths and English GCSE Grade A-C or equivalent, good communication, ability to work in a team and

Qualifications

• Good communication skills and the ability to build relationships with students, staff and parents.
• Experience of working within a school environment or with young people.
• Ability to work as part of a team and on your own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Support learning in the classroom and with individual students as part of the Inclusion Team.
• Help promote the learning and personal development of all students across subject areas.
• Assist in creating a positive learning environment and support after-school clubs if required.

Skills

Good communication

School experience

Teamwork & initiative

Job description

Teaching Assistants play a crucial role in the education of our students. They promote the learning and personal development of all students, including but not exclusively, those with special education needs and disabilities. Working as part of our Inclusion Team, the Teaching Assistant will provide support in the classroom and work with specific students, across all subject areas. We require a suitably experience person to fill this post which contributes to our provision of the highest quality inclusion. You will work with students experiencing a variety of learning, emotional and behavioural difficulties, focusing primarily on supporting students to achieve their personal best. You will be calm, confident, organised and be able to create a positive learning environment. There may also be an option for further hours for after-school clubs.

• Maths and English GCSE Grade A-C or equivalent
• Good communication skills and the ability to build relationships with students, staff and parents
• Experience of working within a school environment or with young people
• The ability to work as part of a team and on your own initiative