Teaching Assistant, Bedelsford Chaucer Centre

Teaching Vacancies; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Kingston upon Thames seeks passionate Teaching Assistants to support diverse learners. Your role will involve providing tailored assistance to help students engage in the curriculum and develop essential skills. Candidates should have a GCSE in Literacy and Numeracy, experience with children, and a commitment to safeguarding. The position offers pathways for career progression and access to various employee benefits, including a pension scheme and well-being support.

Benefits

Pathways for progression

Pension Scheme

Employee Wellbeing support

Employee Discounts

Season Ticket Loan

Qualifications

• GCSE in Literacy and Numeracy is essential.
• Must have experience working with children.
• Willingness to learn about special educational needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent learning support under teacher's direction.
• Assist with personal care needs.
• Administer medical interventions as required.
• Support teaching activities using ICT.
• Help manage the classroom for a supportive environment.
• Follow school policies and guidelines.
• Collaborate with the school team to foster positive relationships.

Skills

GCSE grade A – C or equivalent in Literacy and Numeracy

Experience of working with, or caring for children

Commitment to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistants to join the team at our new satellite site. As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the success of our learners. You will provide tailored support to students with diverse learning needs, helping them access the curriculum, engage in classroom activities, and develop their social, emotional, and academic skills. Your role will be key in creating a positive and inclusive atmosphere where each student feels supported and valued.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide excellent learning support under the teacher's direction
• Assist with personal care needs as per school procedures
• Administer medical interventions as required
• Support teaching and learning activities, including the use of ICT and communication aids
• Help manage the classroom, ensuring a supportive learning environment
• Follow school policies, guidelines, and the Code of Conduct
• Collaborate with the school team, fostering positive relationships and teamwork

Key Requirements

• GCSE grade A – C or equivalent in Literacy and Numeracy
• Experience of working with, or caring for children
• Commitment to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children

Willingness and ability to learn new skills in relation to SEN including medical and personal.

What the school offers its staff

Rewards & Benefits: Career benefits - Orchard Hill College Academy Trust,

• Pathways for progression within the trust, ensuring you can grow and thrive in a supportive and inclusive environment.
• Pension Scheme - you will be enrolled in either the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) or the Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS), both offering life cover and financial protection for your family.
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes (Cycle Scheme and Home Electronics Scheme)
• Employee Wellbeing - We support employee wellbeing with access to counselling, mental health support, generous leave, flexible working, and enhanced parental leave including Employee Assistance Programme, MyGym Discounts, Corporate Eyecare Scheme
• Employee Discounts (Blue Light Card, Costco Membership, Discounts for Teachers, and more)
• Other (Season Ticket Loan and Employee Referral Scheme)

Commitment to safeguarding

Bedelsford School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments made will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.