Teaching Assistant

Remedy Education; London Borough of Lewisham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Remedy Education is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming secondary school in the Lewisham area. The role is full-time and long-term with potential temp-to-perm, supporting pupils across KS2 with SEND and SEMH needs through in-class support, one-to-one work and small-group interventions.

The successful candidate will build strong relationships, assist with learning and emotional development, follow safeguarding procedures and work closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant or equivalent role.
• Experience supporting children with SEND/SEMH (ASD/ADHD a plus).
• Enhanced DBS via Update Service or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across KS2 within the classroom and during interventions.
• Provide one-to-one support for pupils with SEND/SEMH needs.
• Deliver small group interventions to support progress.
• Support pupils with ASD, ADHD and other needs; promote positive behaviour.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral staff and follow safeguarding policies.

Skills

Behaviour management

Relationship building

Patience

Teamwork

SEND support

ASD/ADHD awareness

Education

Enhanced DBS (Update Service)

Tools

DBS Update Service

Job description

Teaching Assistant

Location: Lewisham

Start Date: ASAP

Pay: £100 - £120 per day (PAYE or Umbrella)

Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday

Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term (with a view to potentially secure temp to perm)

Remedy Education is recruiting a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming Secondary school in the Lewisham area. This full-time, long-term Teaching Assistant role will involve supporting pupils across KS2 who have a range of SEND and SEMH needs, both within the classroom and through targeted interventions, one-to-one support, and small group work.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who enjoys building strong relationships with pupils, helping them overcome barriers to learning, and supporting both their academic and emotional development. The school is looking for a Teaching Assistant who can commit long-term and potentially temp to perm.

Teaching Assistant - Key Responsibilities:

• Support pupils across KS3 and KS4 as a Teaching Assistant within the classroom and during interventions
• Provide one-to-one support as a Teaching Assistant for pupils with SEND and SEMH needs
• Deliver small group interventions as a Teaching Assistant to support learning and progress
• Support pupils with ASD, ADHD, SEMH, communication needs and other additional needs as a Teaching Assistant
• Encourage positive behaviour, engagement and emotional regulation as a Teaching Assistant
• Adapt learning resources and activities to meet individual pupil needs as a Teaching Assistant
• Work closely with class teachers, SENCOs and pastoral staff as a Teaching Assistant
• Support pupils during lessons, breaktimes, transitions and structured interventions as a Teaching Assistant
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils and their families where appropriate
• Follow safeguarding procedures and school policies at all times as a Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant - Requirements:

Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Youth Worker or Support Worker

• Experience supporting children with SEND, SEMH, ASD, ADHD or behavioural needs
• Strong behaviour management and relationship-building skills
• Patient, resilient and nurturing approach as a Teaching Assistant
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)

Why Apply for this Teaching Assistant Role?

Full-time, long-term Teaching Assistant position

• Opportunity to carry out temp to perm
• Competitive hourly pay of £100 - £120 per day
• Supportive and welcoming primary school environment
• Valuable experience supporting pupils with SEND and SEMH needs
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference to children's learning and wellbeing
• Ongoing support from Remedy Education throughout your placement

If you are a passionate and committed Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding long-term opportunity within a primary school, we would love to hear from you.

Remedy Education:

At Remedy Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Remedy Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07