Year 2 Teaching Assistant. Job in Branksome Education & Training Jobs

Prospero Teaching; Poole; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a passionate team in Branksome. This full-time role involves supporting year 2 students, particularly those with special educational needs. The ideal candidate will possess strong behavior management skills and a calming presence, ensuring a positive learning environment. With opportunities for professional development and in-house training, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in education. If you are motivated to inspire young learners and contribute to their growth, this role is for you!

Benefits

Free accredited professional development courses

In-house Training and Development Team

Experienced consultant for guidance

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEN pupils in a supportive role.
• Ability to manage behavior effectively while creating a fun learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Support year 2 pupils, especially those with special educational needs.
• Create an engaging and supportive learning environment.

Skills

Calming mannerisms in challenging situations

Quick thinking & ability to work without supervision

Confidence in working with small groups or 1-1

Strong behaviour management skills

Motivational skills to increase participation

Caring and patient demeanor

Good communication skills

Self-reflective and willingness to learn

Initiative

Willingness to complete Safeguarding training

Education

Enhanced child barred list DBS certificate

Professional child related references

Job description

Prospero Teaching are currently working with a lovely primary school based in Branksome who are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant to start in a full-time position in January within year 2. The suitable candidate will be confident, resilient and comfortable working with SEN pupils who require extra support, sometimes in 1:1 scenario's.

This would be an ideal role for a Teaching Assistant keen to join a strong staffing team who are dedicated and passionate about their work.

Contract details for Teaching Assistant role:

• Location - Branksome
• Position - Teaching Assistant
• Contract or position start date - January
• Contract type - Permanent/Temporary - Permanent
• Full time/part-time - Full time
• Rate of pay - 13.09 per hour
• Hours - 8:30am - 15.30pm

Experience, training and qualification:

• Calming mannerisms in challenging situations
• Ability to think quickly & without supervision
• Confident when working with small groups or 1-1
• Strong behaviour management skills while creating a fun learning environment
• Driven to motivate the pupil and increase participation
• Be caring, patient and have good communication skills
• Be self-reflective, have a willingness to learn and demonstrate initiative
• Willing to complete Safeguarding online training

To be eligible for this role through Prospero teaching, you must:

• Hold right to work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
• Provide two professional child related references

Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:

• Free, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
• In-house Training and Development Team
• An experienced consultant working within your area, being able to discuss potential opportunities & guidance if needed