Year 2 121 Teaching Assistant - Wednesbury. Job in Darlaston Education & Training Jobs

Aspire People; Darlaston; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education agency is seeking a dedicated 121 Teaching Assistant in Wednesbury. This role involves providing 1:1 support to a pupil with additional needs, helping them thrive in a Year 2 classroom. Candidates should have experience with children and excellent communication skills. The position offers ongoing training and a supportive community, with a chance to make a significant impact in a child's education.

Benefits

Ongoing training

Professional development

£250 referral bonus

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children, ideally in a school setting.
• Understanding of supporting pupils with special educational needs or additional needs.
• Relevant qualifications are desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to a pupil with additional needs.
• Assist in planning and delivery of engaging learning activities.
• Help manage behaviour positively.
• Support pupil's social and emotional development.
• Collaborate with teachers and other professionals.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Excellent communication skills

Positive approach

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Overview

Year 2 121 Teaching Assistant - Wednesbury

Are you passionate about making a difference in children's lives? We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate 121 Teaching Assistant to join our Aspire Team and work in one of our schools in Wednesbury. This role involves providing tailored support to a pupil on a one-to-one basis, helping them to access learning, build confidence, and thrive within the school environment in their Year 2 class.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to a pupil with additional needs, both in and out of the classroom.
• Assist in the planning and delivery of engaging learning activities.
• Help to manage behaviour in a positive and consistent way.
• Support the pupil\'s social and emotional development.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and other professionals.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children (ideally in a school setting).
• Understanding of supporting pupils with special educational needs (SEN) or additional needs.
• Patience, empathy, and excellent communication skills.
• A positive and proactive approach to supporting learning.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant) are desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive school community.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• The opportunity to make a real impact in a child\'s educational journey.

If you are committed, caring, and motivated to support children on a 1:1 basis, we would love to hear from you.

We also offer you a 250 referral bonus for recommendations of candidates suitable for any of the roles we are currently recruiting for.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.