Teaching Assistant - (Meadowbrook School - Long Eaton

Horizon School Meadowbrook; Long Eaton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount programmes

Holiday trading scheme

Eco friendly car scheme

SmartTech scheme

Wellbeing Centre

Cycle to work

Job summary

Horizon Care and Education seeks a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for Meadowbrook School in Long Eaton. You will support pupils aged 5-19 with Autism, aiding learning and social development in both classroom and practical settings.

The role involves 1:1 support, adapting activities, and assisting teachers to create inclusive learning experiences. GCSE English/Math and TA qualification are expected, with opportunity to progress.

Qualifications

• Assist students with their educational and social development.
• Provide support inside and outside of the classroom to engage in activities.
• Set up activities using technology or adapt the environment to meet needs.
• Support teachers and respond to classroom situations positively.
• Work 1:1 with some students requiring behavioural support; knowledge of management strategies.
• GCSE English and Math grade C+ or equivalent functional skills; willing to work towards TA qualification.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in learning and social development.
• Support inside and outside classroom to enable full participation.
• Prepare and modify activities to meet individual needs.
• Assist teachers; engage with students; provide learning support in a positive manner.
• Work 1:1 with some pupils needing extra time and support.
• Demonstrate behavioural management techniques as needed.

Skills

Student support

Behaviour management

1:1 support

Education

GCSE English & Math (C+)

Teaching Assistant qualification

Functional skills Level 1/2

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Do you thrive in a dynamic and rewarding environment? If so, Horizon Care and Education is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team at our new school based in Long Eaton, Meadowbrook School. Meadowbrook School will be a brand-new, independent specialist day school providing high-quality education for up to 80 pupils. Based in Long Eaton, Nottingham, the school meets the diverse needs of pupils aged 5-19 with Autism. The school is now open and accepting children! We need more TAs to meet the needs of the children and school headcount. Through education, we enable young people to gain the skills and resilience needed to succeed in life beyond school, inspiring the brightest futures. Our specialist independent schools offer unrivalled opportunities, securing strong educational outcomes with personalised, inclusive, and stimulating programmes of learning. There is nothing more rewarding than helping someone believe in themselves, have the confidence to celebrate their own uniqueness and achieve success that is personal to them.

• Assisting students in their educational and social development.
• Provide support inside and outside of the classroom, so they can fully engage in a wide range of activities.
• Help to set up activities for students, using technology or adjusting the environment to suit their needs.
• Support teachers, engaging with students, providing learning support, and reacting to situations in the classroom in a positive, non-disruptive manner.
• Working 1:1 with some students, to give them the time and support they need to learn.
  Experience of working with children who have behavioural support needs with a good knowledge of behavioural management techniques and strategies
• Grade C or above GCSE in English and Math, or L1/2 equivalent functional skills qualification
• Hold or be willing to work towards a recognised teaching assistant qualification
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You will benefit from:

• Discount programmes
• Holiday trading scheme
• Eco friendly car scheme
• SmartTech scheme
• Wellbeing Centre
• Cycle to work plus much more!