Teaching Assistant

• Location: East Grinstead
• Job Type: Full time - permanent
• Working Hours: Mon/Tue/Thur 08:45 - 16:00, Wed 08:45-16:30, Fri 08:45-15:30
• To start January 2025

We are looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a team, providing support to children and young people with emotional, behavioural, social, and communication difficulties. The role requires a proactive individual who can work closely with teachers to enhance the learning environment and ensure the welfare of students.

• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young persons.
• Work closely with designated children, following the teacher’s guidance on work and play activities.
• Provide general support for behaviour management and assist the teacher with classroom tasks.
• Accompany students who leave the classroom and monitor students outside of class times.
• Familiarise with all school policies, rules, health & safety, and legal requirements and work in accordance with them.
• Assist with lesson preparation and paperwork upkeep.
• Be available to transport students to off-site activities, using the school van or own car if necessary.
• Support a positive working culture, high-quality teaching and learning, and the development and implementation of change.
• Promote excellent behaviour for learning and caring, respectful relationships.
• Undertake professional development and appraisal, enforce classroom expectations, and ensure the school’s policies are implemented.

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or working towards it.
• GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English.
• Current driving licence.
• Experience working with children or young people with emotional, behavioural, or social communication difficulties.
• Previous teaching assistant or teaching experience.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues in a supportive manner.
• Computer literacy.
• Understanding the needs of children and young people with emotional, behavioural, social, and communication difficulties.

• Motivation to work with children and young people.
• Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children and young people.
• Emotional resilience in working with challenging behaviours.
• Positive attitude to the use of authority and maintaining discipline.

• Competitive salary.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Being part of a strong school community that reflects the key values.

To apply for the Teaching Assistant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.