Are you looking for a role where you can make a real difference in a child's education?
Do you have a passion for creating a positive and supportive learning environment?
Are you ready to take the next step in your career within a primary school setting?
Randstad Education is seeking a committed Level 2 Teaching Assistant to support students and teachers in a Leeds-based school. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a supportive environment, enabling pupils' access to learning.
Key Responsibilities:
Supervise and provide tailored support to pupils, including those with special needs, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities.
Assist in the development and implementation of Individual Education/Behaviour Plans and Personal Care programmes.
Establish positive and constructive relationships with pupils.
Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all students.
Encourage pupils to engage in teacher-led activities and interact with others.
Foster a supportive, purposeful, and orderly learning environment.
Monitor and record pupil progress and provide regular, detailed feedback to teachers
Promote positive pupil behaviour in line with established policy.
Provide administrative support, including photocopying, typing, filing, and routine marking.
Supervise pupils during out-of-lesson times, including before and after school and at lunchtime.
Accompany teaching staff and pupils on school trips and visits as required.
Essential Requirements:
To be shortlisted for this role, you must demonstrate the following:
Qualifications and Experience:
Completion of the DfES Teacher Assistant Induction Programme, an NVQ 2 for Teaching Assistants, or an appropriate level of experience operating in a classroom environment is desirable.
Experience working with children of a relevant age.
Skills:
Good numeracy and literacy skills.
Effective use of ICT to support learning.
The ability to relate well to both children and adults.
The ability to work constructively as part of a team.
Knowledge:
A basic understanding of child development and learning.
A general understanding of the national curriculum and other basic learning programmes/strategies.
An understanding of relevant policies/codes of practice and awareness of relevant legislation.
Desirable Requirements:
GCSE Grades A-C or CSE level 1 in Maths and/or English.
First aid training.
An understanding of classroom roles and responsibilities.
To apply for this rewarding opportunity, please submit your CV or call 0113 2462500 to discuss the role further.
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