One-to-One Teaching Assistant
Full Time, Term Time Only
Salary: £21,257.48 - £23,232.69
Location: Andover, Hampshire
Are you ready to join a supportive and nurturing community that works together to achieve the very best outcomes for its pupils?
This brand new school has the capacity for up to 60 pupils and offers a safe and supportive environment for pupils aged 5 to 18 with a range of complex needs. We believe in fostering a positive and supportive environment where every child feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our commitment to a holistic approach ensures that academic progress is complemented by emotional wellbeing and personal growth.
Role Responsibilities
- Mentor and support one pupil, or a small group of no more than six pupils
- Support the Classroom Teacher during lessons
- Report on pupils' progress and concerns, liaising with other school staff to ensure pupils' needs are met
- Supervise pupils during non-classroom time, including extra-curricular activities and school trips
- Assist with lesson planning and classroom preparation
- Set work where appropriate, and mark work
- Build positive relationships with your pupil or pupils and drive interaction and positive learning outcomes
Requirements
- Have a strong basic education, ideally to A Level, with a minimum of GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English Language and Mathematics, and sound IT skills
- Previous experience in a similar role, i.e. Teaching Assistant
- Some previous experience of working with pupils with SEMH within an educational setting
- Be experienced and confident enough to take additional responsibility in an area of school, i.e. Food Hygiene, Forest School, lunchtimes or School Yoga
- Experience of behaviour management techniques
- Committed to professional development and willing to learn
What's On Offer
- A workplace that values the emotional health and wellbeing of everybody, you included!
- A commitment to support your development in acquiring new skills through a wide range of professional opportunities
- An opportunity to make a huge contribution to the lives and lifelong learning of vulnerable children who deserve high-quality teaching in a safe educational provision
- A friendly and inclusive team who are passionate about improving pupil outcomes
For more information or an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Richard Lanning at Randstad Education in the first instance, on richard.lanning@randstad.co.uk or 01293 527416
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