Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive Ltd; Strood; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 consultant support

CPD courses and certificates

Market leading rates of pay

Referral scheme – up to £100

Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd in Strood, Kent, is seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 SEND support in a mainstream primary school. The role requires adapting activities to meet individual needs and supporting emotional regulation and behaviour management.

The successful candidate will have a TA qualification (Level 2/3) and experience with SEND, with a flexible long-term start date and immediate start for the right person. Competitive pay and ongoing CPD are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEND in a mainstream primary school.
• Experience providing 1:1 support to pupils with complex learning needs.
• Understanding of positive behaviour management strategies.
• Ability to follow individual support plans and adapt activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 SEND support to pupils with complex learning needs.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual abilities.
• Support emotional regulation and behaviour management.
• Collaborate with class teachers and the SEND team to enable access to learning.

Skills

1:1 SEND support

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Adapt learning activities

Patient & nurturing

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Job description

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities / SEND?

Do you have experience providing 1:1 support to pupils with complex learning needs within a mainstream primary school?

Are you patient, approachable and confident in managing challenging behaviour whilst helping children achieve their full potential?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream primary school based in Strood, Kent, who are looking to appoint a dedicated and experienced Teaching Assistant. The school supports children with a wide range of academic abilities and additional learning needs, providing an inclusive and supportive environment where every pupil is encouraged to develop their confidence, independence and academic progress.

The school is looking to take on a caring and adaptable Teaching Assistant on a long-term basis, with a flexible start date and an immediate start available for the right candidate. The successful Teaching Assistant will be responsible for providing 1:1 SEND support to pupils with complex learning needs, adapting activities to meet individual abilities, supporting emotional regulation and behaviour management, and working closely with class teachers and the wider SEND team to ensure pupils can access learning effectively.

The successful Teaching Assistant will have:

• A relevant Teaching Assistant qualification, such as Level 2 or Level 3, is desirable
• Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities / SEND within a mainstream primary school
• Experience providing 1:1 support to pupils with complex learning needs and additional educational requirements
• An understanding of positive behaviour management strategies and the ability to support pupils with emotional and behavioural difficulties
• The ability to adapt learning activities and follow individual support plans to meet the needs of each pupil
• A patient, nurturing and approachable attitude, with strong communication skills and a commitment to supporting inclusive education

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend

Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.