Teaching Assistant

BLACKSTONE RECRUITMENT LIMITED; Newport; On-site; GBP 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established educational institution in Bassaleg, Newport, is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to help shape young minds and support learners aged 9-16 with learning differences. The ideal candidate will assist in providing educational and social support both inside and outside the classroom and work closely with students requiring additional assistance. Competitive salary and opportunities for career progression in a supportive environment are offered. Background checks are mandatory to ensure child safety.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career progression opportunities

Training opportunities

Supportive management

Wellbeing support

Induction process and DBS paid for

Qualifications

• Ability to assist in students' educational and social development.
• Experience in providing support and engagement in various classroom activities.
• Capable of working closely with students requiring additional support.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in their educational and social development.
• Provide support both inside and outside the classroom.
• Help to set up activities using technology adjusted for student needs.
• Engage positively with students and react appropriately in classroom situations.
• Support individual learners needing extra time and focus.

Skills

Educational support

Social development assistance

1:1 student engagement

Classroom management

Job description

Position: Teaching Assistant

Location: Bassaleg, Newport

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, term time

Contract Type: Full time, Permanent

Salary Details: 21,073.50 per annum

You will play a crucial role in shaping young minds under the expert guidance of our dedicated teachers. You'll assist in creating an inspiring and organised classroom environment, ensuring every student feels included and has the opportunity to excel.

Who we are

This school is located in Bassaleg, Newport supporting learners aged 9-16 with learning differences. The school is registered to provide education for up to 30 pupils, who have social, emotional and behavioural difficulties (SEBD). We cater for a mix of residential and day placements.

You’ll be

• Assisting students in their educational and social development.
• Providing support inside and outside of the classroom, so they can fully engage in a wide range of activities.
• Helping to set up activities for students, using technology or adjusting the environment to suit their needs.
• Supporting teachers, engaging with students, providing learning support, and reacting to situations in the classroom in a positive, non-disruptive manner.
• Working 1:1 or 2:1 with some students, to give them the time and support they need to learn.

Why work for us

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunity to progress in your career.
• Training opportunities either face to face or online.
• Wellbeing - Your wellbeing matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring you get all the support you need.
• You will be a part of a dedicated team of professionals who will offer you clear guidance and mentor you into this role.
• Supportive management and senior leads.
• We offer full induction, paid for DBS, friendly family atmosphere and the opportunity to progress with one of the UK’s biggest care providers.

This trust is committed to Safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks. This trust is an equal opportunities employer.

This trust will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination, a person who will not on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.

Please contact Mathure for further information on (phone number removed).