Teaching Assistant Fixed Term

WARRINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL; England; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme / TPS

Occupational Sick Pay Scheme

TCAT+ Rewards & Wellbeing

Cash plan and cycle to work

CPD framework via Education Connect

Job summary

Great Sankey Primary School is seeking an experienced teaching assistant to support pupils with SEND in Key Stage 2. You will work as part of the school team to provide focused support for a key child or children and small groups in Key Stage 2 and will help pupils feel included, secure and ready to learn.

You will work with and support pupils with SEND, including ASD and ADHD, promote inclusion and wellbeing, and use a range of strategies including digital technology to help learners achieve

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEND in KS2.
• Ability to support a key child or small groups.
• Commitment to inclusive practice and pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Support and work alongside pupils with SEND in KS2, including small groups.
• Supervise groups of children under teacher direction.
• Assist with classroom management and positive behaviour techniques.
• Implement strategies outlined by SENDCo and class teacher.
• Use digital technology to support learning and outcomes.
• Promote pupil self-esteem, independence and inclusion.
• Respond to individual pupil needs and support pupils with ASD/ADHD.

Skills

SEND support

KS2 support

Behaviour management

Digital tools

Education

Teaching assistant qualification

Tools

Digital technology

Job description

Great Sankey Primary School is seeking an experienced teaching assistant to support pupils with SEND in Key Stage 2., You will work as part of the school team to provide focused support for a key child or children and small groups in Key Stage 2 and will help pupils feel included, secure and ready to learn.

You will:

• Support and work alongside pupils with SEND in Key Stage 2, including small groups.
• Work with and support a key child or children.
• Supervise groups of children under the direction of teaching staff, including pupils with specific individual learning needs.
• Assist with classroom management and positive behaviour techniques.
• Implement strategies outlined by the SENDCo and class teacher to support the focus child with their additional needs.
• Use a range of strategies, including digital technology, to help pupils achieve positive outcomes in learning.
• You will be an experienced teaching assistant with relevant qualifications and a strong commitment to inclusive practice.
• Promote the pupil's self-esteem and independence.
• Promote the inclusion and wellbeing of all pupils.
• Respond appropriately to individual pupil needs, ensuring effective interaction.
• Support pupils with additional needs, particularly ASD and ADHD.
• Set high expectations for yourself and the children you work with.
• Show flexibility and draw on a range of strategies to support learning, including digital technology

What we offer

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme / Teachers' Pension Scheme.
• An Occupational Sick Pay Scheme (entitlements based on service).
• Access to TCAT+, our Reward & Wellbeing platform, including retailer discounts, a car lease scheme, discounted healthcare
• Cash plan, cycle to work scheme, and online resources to support physical, emotional, professional, financial and social wellbeing.
• Access to a comprehensive CPD framework through Education Connect, our professional development arm, and online resources from the National College