Teaching Assistant

Abbeyfield School; Northampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbeyfield School is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support students in overcoming barriers to learning and reaching their full potential. You will work closely with teachers to create a positive, inclusive classroom environment and build strong relationships with pupils and families.

The ideal candidate is caring, patient and enthusiastic, with excellent communication skills and resilience. Experience with children is welcome, with training provided to develop the necessary skills to

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children or a willingness to undertake training to develop the skills and knowledge needed to support their learning and development effectively.
• Ability to manage difficult and emotive situations with sensitivity, professionalism and a calm approach.
• Confidentiality and Trust: Ability to respect and maintain confidentiality, handling sensitive information with discretion and integrity at all times.
• Compassionate Support: Demonstrates caring, patience, energy, motivation, commitment and empathy, enabling positive relationships and meaningful support for students.

Responsibilities

• Teaching Assistants play a vital role in helping students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Patience and empathy

Job description

About You:

At Abbeyfield School, our Teaching Assistants play a vital role in helping students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential. We are looking for a caring, patient and enthusiastic individual with a passion for supporting young people to succeed. You will have strong communication skills, a positive and resilient approach, and the ability to build effective relationships with students, families and colleagues. Whether you have previous experience in education or are keen to develop your skills further, you will be committed to making a meaningful difference to the lives of our students every day.

Our Ideal candidate will have:

• Supporting Young People: Experience of working with children or a willingness to undertake training to develop the skills and knowledge needed to support their learning and development effectively.
• Resilience and Professionalism: Ability to manage difficult and emotive situations with sensitivity, professionalism and a calm approach.
• Confidentiality and Trust: Ability to respect and maintain confidentiality, handling sensitive information with discretion and integrity at all times.
• Compassionate Support: Demonstrates caring, patience, energy, motivation, commitment and empathy, enabling positive relationships and meaningful support for students.