Teaching assistant, Randstad

Randstad

Location:
United Kingdom, Banstead, Surrey

Category:
Education

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

20000.00 - 23000.00 GBP / Year

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Job Description:

Exciting Opportunity for a resilient Teaching assistant to join an SEN School in Tadworth, in Surrey! Are you a passionate individual experienced in supporting in SEN Schools? If so, we invite you to apply to become a vital part of this dedicated team at this SEN School. This school are a renowned day school, proudly rated as 'Outstanding' by Ofsted, providing exceptional education for autistic children aged 4-19. Join them to embark on an enriching journey, accessing a spectrum of funded training and qualification avenues in the realm of SEN education. In this role, you'll work alongside a dynamic team and gain valuable hands-on experience with children of diverse age groups and abilities. They employ behaviour-focused teaching strategies and interventions that foster positive outcomes and holistic growth for all pupils.

Job Responsibility:

Offering support to the pupils through individualised curricula
Supporting lessons and activities with a special focus on communication and life skills
Facilitating pupils' engagement in outings, translating theoretical learning into real-world applications
Employing behaviour-driven approaches to replace and diminish behaviours that impact quality of life
Providing personal care assistance, encouraging pupils to uphold hygiene standards (toileting, feeding)
Tracking pupil progress, ensuring that teaching methods align with each child's unique requirements
Participating in breaktime responsibilities, including playground supervision and snack periods

Requirements:

Professional, personal, or voluntary involvement with children and disabilities
Minimum Grade C/4 GCSE in English Language & Maths or equivalent
Comfort in handling challenging behaviours exhibited by children
Willingness to provide personal/intimate care when required
Ability to remain composed in high-pressure scenarios

Nice to have:

ability to track progression in attainment
background in youth work
behaviour management
building relationships
classroom management
communication
de-escalation techniques
empathy
experience in administering medication
experience in managing challenging behaviour
experience with autism spectrum disorders
experience with learning difficulties
experience with social emotional mental health
inclusiveness
manual handling
marking
mentor experience
personal care experience
planning
resilience
restraint training
speech and language therapy experience

What we offer:

Generous Incentives: Enjoy a starting salary to scale
Flexible Hours: Work 34.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9 am to 4.30 pm (with Tuesday extended until 5.30 pm for training and staff meetings). Part-time roles (3 or 4 days) are also open, provided a Tuesday is included in the working days
Ample Holidays: Benefit from 44 days of school holidays
Career Growth: Progress within their institution, with potential advancement to roles such as Lead Teacher
Comprehensive Training: Explore diverse pathways to enhance your skill set, encompassing Mental Health First Aider, School Council Representative, and Pupil Behaviour Support
Collaborative Environment: Work closely with a multidisciplinary team of experts, including behaviour analysts, teachers, speech and language therapists, and occupational therapists
Supportive Wellbeing: Access facilities designed to promote staff well-being and assistance, including enrolment in our pension scheme
Term Time Arrangement: Enjoy term-time-only employment, aligning with school schedules
Transport Convenience: When needed, transportation is provided between the school and the local station

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 29, 2025

Expiration:
June 04, 2025

Work Type:

On-site work

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