Teaching Assistant

To support teaching and learning processes and to assist the SENDCo in developing, implementing and managing individual/group student learning strategies aimed at:

a. supporting progress

b. establishing and maintaining relationships with individual students/groups to support with learning activities

c. inclusivity of students with identified SEND needs.

Essential knowledge and skills:

• 5 GCSEs including English and Maths (minimum level 4 or equivalent experience/ vocational qualification)

• Previous experience of working in an educational setting

• Experience in dealing with challenging behaviour whilst remaining calm

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Demonstrate role model behaviour

• Fluency in English for all student and public-facing roles, specifically to support students’ learning and wellbeing