Teaching Assistant - Merstham

Empowering Learning Ltd; Merstham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Empowering Learning Ltd is currently looking for a SEND Teaching Assistant based in Merstham, Surrey. The role is a long-term position starting as soon as possible. Ideally, we're looking for candidates with a valid DBS however, we can assist in processing one should you not have a certificate.

We are looking for someone committed, enthusiastic and flexible to join a friendly and professional team. If you have a passion for working with children and want to work in a setting that celebrates

Qualifications

• Legal right to work in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS disclosure or overseas clearances (if applicable).
• Primary Education experience preferred.
• Recent experience in a school setting would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with special educational needs in a school setting.
• Work as part of a dedicated teaching team.
• Promote inclusion and positive relationships with children and families.

Skills

Organisational skills

Empathetic and patient

Positive relationships with children

Team player

SEN knowledge (ASD/SLD/PMLD)

Experience in school setting (adv)

Job description

Teaching Assistant

Empowering Learning is currently looking for a SEND (Complex needs/ASD) Teaching Assistant based in Merstham, Surrey. The role is a long-term position starting as soon as possible. Ideally, we're looking for candidates with a valid DBS however, we can assist in processing one should you not have a certificate.

We are looking for someone committed, enthusiastic and flexible to join a friendly and professional team. If you have a passion for working with children and want to work in a setting that celebrates inclusion & cultural diversity, values community and strives to provide the very best opportunities for each and every child, then this role could be for you.

Teaching Assistant - Requirements

• Good organisational skills, as well as flexibility and willing to work as part of a team.


• A passionate, empathetic and patient nature with a nurturing and inclusive approach to children and their families.


• The ability to develop positive and caring relationships with children


• A positive person who can work as part of a dedicated team and is able to offer commitment to the life of our school community.


• The ability to support a child with specific learning difficulties and some understanding and knowledge of different kinds of SEN including ASD, SLD, PMLD


• Recent experience, skills or knowledge of supporting children in a school setting would be an advantage.

What's in it for you as a Teaching assistant

• 95 - 140 per day


• Rewarding role


• 8:15 - 16:00 hours


• ASAP start


• The chance to work within a dynamic and forward-thinking school


• Free CPD and team teach training in partnership with Empowering Learning


• A consultant dedicated to you

Teaching Assistant Job Requirements

• Legal right to work in the UK


• Subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, or overseas Police clearances (if applicable)


• Primary Education experience

Here at Empowering Learning, we don't only offer excellent rates of pay and the opportunity to work with a consultant with the experience and ability to find you the perfect next career move.

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