Teaching Assistants

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils; Greater London; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Penwortham is a dynamic and caring school welcoming Teaching Assistants who aim to build positive relationships with children and maximise learning opportunities.

Applicants should understand lesson planning, SEN support plans and learning objectives, and demonstrate excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.

The role involves supporting children in whole school activities and remaining resilient when facing challenging situations; ongoing professional development is valued.

Qualifications

• A good understanding of lesson planning, SEN support plans and learning objectives is essential.
• Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Able to support children in whole school activities and be resilient in challenging situations.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

SEN support knowledge

Job description

Our well established and popular school would welcome applications from Teaching Assistants who would like the opportunity to build positive relationships with children maximising their learning opportunities ensuring that all children reach their full potential.

A good understanding of the importance of lesson planning, SEN support plans and learning objectives is essential therefore you need to have excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.

The ability to be able to work constructively in supporting children in whole school activities. You should be resilient in your approach to challenging situations.

Penwortham is a dynamic and caring school known for its commitment to the wellbeing of our staff and also recognises that continuing professional development is of great importance.

All posts within Penwortham are expected to contribute to the overall ethos, work and aims of the school and a willingness to participate in training and other learning activities as required.