KS2 Teaching Assistant

Job Advertisement:

Position: Teaching Assistant

Location: Oldham

Salary: Negotiable

Job Type: Long-term, temporary

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4pm

Start Date: December 2024

Year Group: KS2 - Year 3

Are you a dedicated Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? If so, we want to hear from you!

About the Role:

We are seeking a resilient and compassionate Teaching Assistant to provide essential support to a child with SEMH needs in our vibrant primary school in Oldham. The successful candidate will be adept at applying emotional coaching strategies to assist the child in regulating their emotions, particularly during challenging moments. As the child attends school only in the mornings, the role also involves providing general support to pupils in the afternoons.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for Graduates looking to pursue a career in Education, even with limited classroom-based experience, or individuals with Nannying experience seeking to transition into a school environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Apply emotional coaching strategies to support the child in regulating their emotions

Lead interventions when necessary

Create engaging and stimulating learning resources to facilitate academic progress

Assist in setting up and tidying up at the beginning and end of lessons

Provide general support to pupils during afternoon sessions

Requirements:

Previous experience as a SEN Teaching Assistant is advantageous but not essential

Demonstrated initiative and a proactive approach to supporting children's learning and development

A Bachelor's degree is preferred but not mandatory

All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable), and professional reference checks

Eligibility to work in the UK is a must

About the School:

Well-established primary school with a 2 form entry

Rated Outstanding by Ofsted

Dedicated SEN provision onsite

Embraces a child-led learning approach

If you are ready to make a positive impact and contribute to the success of our students, click 'Apply Now' to be considered for this rewarding Teaching Assistant position in Oldham. For further details about the role, please contact the Tradewind Team on 0161 674 0138 or email #####.

Join us in shaping the future of our students' education!