Teaching Assistant Level 2

Wigan Council; Wigan; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

A local primary school in Wigan is seeking an enthusiastic Level 2 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with Communication and Interaction needs. The role requires providing personalized support and implementing strategies for the child's emotional and social development. Predominantly working one-on-one, the Assistant will work under the guidance of the class teacher. The ideal candidate will have experience with similar challenges and possess strong interpersonal skills necessary to promote inclusion and positive outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children with Communication and Interaction disabilities.
• Strong behaviour management and positive reinforcement skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to a pupil with CI needs.
• Implement interventions for emotional and behavioural development.
• Collaborate with teachers and provide feedback on pupil progress.

Skills

Experience working with children with CI needs

Excellent behaviour management skills

Good English and Maths skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Job description

The Governors of Bickershaw Church of England Primary School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Level 2 Teaching Assistant to support the teaching and learning of a pupil in KS1 with Communication and Interaction (CI) needs. This role will involve working 1:1 and in small groups, under the direction of the class teacher.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to a pupil with CI needs, both individually and in small groups.
• Implement interventions to support social, emotional and behavioural development.
• Feedback to the class teacher on pupil progress and wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team, while also using your own initiative.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children who have difficulties in Communication and interaction.
• Experience working with children who have difficulties in Social and emotional wellbeing.
• Experience working with children who have difficulties in Concentration and motivation.
• Excellent behaviour management skills, including positive reinforcement and feedback.
• Good English and Maths skills.
• Emotional resilience and a non-judgemental approach to supporting students with complex needs.
• Ability to be flexible, proactive, and caring in response to the child s and teacher s needs.

Personal Qualities

• A team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Committed to promoting inclusion and positive outcomes for all pupils.
• Willingness to learn and adapt strategies to meet individual needs.

Salary and Employment Details

• Salary: Grade 3, 18,212 - 18,790 per annum. 12.85 - 13.26 per hour
• 32.5 hours per week, term time working 38 weeks per year