Teaching Assistant

North Leamington School; Warwick; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

generous pension scheme

health & wellbeing services

onsite parking

Job summary

North Leamington School is seeking a committed Teaching Assistant Level 3 to join our Individual Educational Needs (IEN) team. You will support students with a range of additional needs, with a particular focus on Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, working closely with the SENCo and Associate SENCos.

You will assist teaching staff in lessons, deliver targeted interventions, support within personalised provision areas and help students develop the skills and confidence to succeed

Qualifications

• experience of working to support learning in young people, with SEMH
• educated to a minimum of GCSE level
• recognised qualification or knowledge of SEND
• Able to work with a high level of confidentiality, demonstrating strong communication skills whilst remaining composed and efficient
• can be flexible to support the wider IEN faculty
• A first-class commitment to developing individuals through personalised CPD programmes
• An easily accessible location with plentiful onsite parking

Responsibilities

• support students in lessons and deliver targeted interventions
• provide support within personalised provision areas
• help students develop skills and confidence to succeed academically and personally
• plan, deliver and evaluate interventions for individuals and small groups

Skills

SEMH support

GCSE level

SEND knowledge

confidentiality

flexible to support

CPD programmes

Education

GCSE level

Job description

We are looking for a committed Teaching Assistant Level 3 to join our excellent Individual Educational Needs (IEN) team, working closely with our SENCo and Associate SENCos to support students with a range of additional needs. You will proactively assist teaching staff to support the learning and progress of all students, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), with a particular focus on students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The role will involve supporting students in lessons, delivering targeted interventions, providing support within our personalised provision areas, and helping students develop the skills and confidence they need to succeed both academically and personally. You will work closely with teachers, parents/carers and other professionals to ensure students receive the support they need, while promoting positive relationships, emotional wellbeing and engagement with learning. You will also contribute to the planning, delivery and evaluation of interventions for individuals and small groups of students. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, flexible and resilient, with excellent interpersonal skills and a genuine passion for helping young people overcome barriers to learning. You will enjoy working collaboratively as part of a dedicated team and will share our commitment to achieving the very best outcomes for every student. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual looking to start or continue their career working in our Academy. We have a successful track record of supporting progression to higher levels or into teaching if this is of interest to you.

• have experience of working to support learning in young people, with a particular focus on those with Social, Emotional and Mental health needs (SEMH)
• are educated to a minimum of GCSE level
• have a recognised qualification or knowledge/training of at least one area of the curriculum or SEND
• Able to work with a high level of confidentiality, demonstrating strong communication skills whilst remaining composed and efficient
• can be flexible to support the wider IEN faculty A fantastic modern school environment with a strong team culture
• A very generous pension scheme and access to a range of health and wellbeing services
• A first-class commitment to developing individuals through personalised CPD programmes
• An easily accessible location with plentiful onsite parking