Teaching Assistant (TA)

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable education recruitment agency seeks a Teaching Assistant in Newham, offering £90 - £105 daily, emphasizing phonics experience and support for students with various needs. The role includes implementing phonics sessions, leading interventions, and engaging students to foster a love for reading in a modern school environment.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of supporting early reading development.
• Current CV covering the last ten years with gaps explained.
• Willingness to apply for enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Support students with various needs in phonics interventions.
• Implement group phonics sessions using the Ruth Miskin program.
• Work closely with teachers to enhance students' literacy skills.
• Lead small group interventions to reinforce phonics learning.
• Encourage students to engage with phonics and reading.

Skills

SEN experience

Phonics experience

Ability to deliver group interventions

Resilient and proactive personality

Job description

Job Title: Teaching Assistant (TA)
Location: Newham
Salary Range: £90 - £105 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Long-term, Full-time
Hours: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

GSL Education needs an ambitious Teaching Assistant with phonics experience to join a dynamic school in Newham. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact while contributing to the development of young learners.

Responsibilities of the TA:

• Support students with various needs, specifically in delivering phonics interventions.
• Implement group phonics sessions using the Ruth Miskin Read Write Inc phonics program.
• Work closely with teachers to provide tailored support to enhance students\' reading and literacy skills.
• Lead small group interventions to reinforce phonics learning and phonemic awareness.
• Encourage and motivate students to engage with phonics and develop a love for reading.

Requirements of the TA:

• SEN experience, particularly with children who have additional learning needs.
• Phonics experience and a strong understanding of how to support early reading development.
• Familiarity with the Ruth Miskin Read Write Inc phonics program.
• Ability to deliver group interventions and adapt strategies to meet students’ individual needs.
• A resilient and proactive personality, with a passion for helping children succeed.
• A current CV covering the last ten years (with any gaps explained) and an enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one).
• Competitive daily rate.
• Potential for a permanent position based on performance.
• Modern school with excellent resources and support for staff.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

If you are a dedicated TA ready to support and inspire students, click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch!