Teaching Assistant (TA)

Randstad Education; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

School networking events

Fully funded training and qualifications

Job summary

A specialist school in East Grinstead seeks a full-time Teaching Assistant to support children with communication difficulties. The role includes assisting in lessons and providing 1:1 support. The school offers an inviting environment with full training and career progression opportunities. Applicants must have relevant SEN experience and eligibility to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience (voluntary or paid) working with children and young adults is required.
• You must have eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of engaging and interactive lessons.
• Assist learners with SEN on a 1:1 and group basis.

Skills

Relevant SEN experience

Experience with children and young adults

Education

GCSE Maths and English or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for a rewarding job where you can make a difference? Do you want to work in a creative and caring school that prides itself in offering every child an education that can help them now and in the future? Are you looking to join a welcoming team that can offer you on the job training and support? If you answered yes to these questions then please do not hesitate to apply today.

This is your opportunity to join a small, independent specialist school designed specifically for children with communication difficulties typically associated with Autism spectrum conditions. The school is currently seeking a Teaching Assistant to join their team ASAP. It has been open for 1 year and is growing daily. It is an inviting and supportive setting that has been recognised for its positive impact and awarded outstanding by Ofsted. The setting offers facilities including an on-site kitchen, a fully equipped music room and an outdoor space with a trim trail and on-site Forest School. It currently supports 45+ pupils between ages 11 and 16 with tailored 1:1 education in a calm and nurturing environment.

This position is permanent and full-time, Monday to Friday 8:30-4:30. Full training will be provided and you will have access to fully funded qualifications. The school and team are invested in the futures of both staff and learners.

If this sounds like the type of environment you would like to work in, please apply today. Interviews will be taking place in the next 2 weeks.

Responsibilities

• Supporting in the delivery of engaging and interactive lessons and educational activities
• Supporting learners with SEN on a 1:1, small group and whole class basis

Qualifications & Requirements

• Relevant SEN experience
• Experience (voluntary or paid) working with children and young adults
• GCSE Maths and English or equivalent
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Benefits

• Free onsite parking
• School networking events/social events for teachers
• Ready supply of drinks, chocolate, biscuits and cakes in a welcoming staff room with games, TVs and a shared library
• Brilliant resources and spacious classrooms/grounds
• Career progression opportunities
• Fully funded training and qualifications

Application & Equality

All candidates will be subject to Randstad Education's child safety standards and UK eligibility checks. If you have any questions please call Bryony on 01293 527416. This role is open to receiving applications over the next two weeks. Within a week of the closing date, a three-stage interview process will be conducted for shortlisted candidates, with the final stage arranged with appropriate school leadership.