Teaching Assistant - Durham (Ex Forces)

The Leader Group; Ferryhill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking a Teaching Assistant with experience in supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs. This long-term role is ideal for individuals with Armed Forces experience, offering a structured environment and competitive pay rates.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Refer a friend bonus scheme: £100 per referral

Dedicated consultant for ongoing support

Potential permanent contract after qualifying period

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEMH or vulnerable individuals is ideal.
• Ability to follow personalized curriculum and care plans.
• Experience in a transferable role.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in group settings.
• Participate in planning and implementing lesson plans.
• Collaborate with teachers and therapists to create a supportive environment.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Adaptability

Education

Enhanced DBS

Job description

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Job Title: Teaching Assistant - Ex Armed Forces

Location: Durham

Contract Type: Long term

Leader Education are recruiting a Teaching Assistant who would thrive within an alternative provision.

Pupils within this school will have social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), therefore, some experience with SEMH or vulnerable individuals would be ideal.

This Teaching Assistant role is aimed toward individuals with previous Armed Forces experience due to the range of transferable skills that can be brought to the role. Individuals who possess leadership experience can engage SEMH pupils through an assertive and disciplined approach.

The normal working pattern is Monday-Friday 8:30 until 16:30 and is a long-term position.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Have a fully enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one
• Have experience of working in a transferable role
• Follow personalised curriculum's and care plans to meet pupil's requirements
• Work with the pupils on both a 1:1 basis and in group settings, communicating effectively
• Participate in the planning and implementation of the child's curriculum through lesson planning
• Possess good classroom skills
• Set up lessons, equipment, and activities within the classrooms
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and other teams to create a holistic supportive environment for the pupil
  
  

Leader Education Can Offer

• Competitive pay rates.
• Refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme: £100 per referral (terms apply).
• A dedicated consultant to answer any queries and for ongoing support.
• Potential permanent contract after a qualifying period.
  
  

Leader Education are dedicated to ensuring that we find adaptable roles and schedules that work effectively for you.

Interested candidates are invited to submit a comprehensive CV outlining their teaching experience and qualifications which are relevant to this role. Please email your CV or call us on 0191 300 4311.

Leader Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, all applicants must go through a thorough vetting procedure, including enhanced DBS and reference checks.

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Leader Recruitment Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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  Entry level

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