Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Are you keen to be an integral part of the teaching and learning provision for young people in secondary schools?

Do you have a variety of tried and tested methods that make learning fun and engaging?

Do you have specialist knowledge in SEND and additional learning needs from previously held TA roles?

We are seeking a Full Time Teaching Assistant to work in a Secondary School based in Yeovil. This role will be starting after October half term until Christmas and will become permanent for the right candidate.

The Role of a Teaching Assistant:

• Assist Teachers and students in various settings, including 1:1, small groups, in-class and within on-site SEND resource bases
• Assisting students with physical disabilities
• Utilise methods to help students access lesson content or regulate behaviour according to EHCPs or other support plans
• Promote positive, engaging and regulated learning environments for students in across all ages and abilities
• Manage challenging behaviours

Benefits of working as a TA:

• Professional Development Opportunities such as training and certification
• Gain valuable classroom experience that can serve as a stepping stone for a career in teaching or other educational roles
• Make a positive impact to encourage inclusivity, support student development and act as a positive role model to encourage students to reach their full potential
• Work Life Balance - enjoy the benefits of school holidays and fixed hours
• High Job Satisfaction - building relationships and working in a dynamic work environment

The ideal TA will:

• Be resilient and persistent, forming routines that promote strong learning habits
• Have excellent written, numeracy and oral communication skills
• Offer novel ways in engaging students of various learning needs, drawing on previous experience in working with children
• Be someone who has a can-do attitude, with a variety of methods ready to help engage and regulate learners
• Have previous experience working with students with SEND
• Be punctual and reliable
• Be helpful, with a drive to ensure every student can access lesson content
• Be willing to complete a full registration with anzuk, including applying for a DBS and providing 2 full years of professional references

How to apply:
To apply for the role of Teaching Assistant, please submit your CV by clicking the Apply button now.

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