Primary Teaching Assistant

Primary Teaching Assistant

Full Time

Permanent

Harrow

£90 - £100 per day

January Start

About this Role

We are a talented and diverse team of caring and courageous adults that support children’s learning throughout the school. We represent many countries, cultures and strengths and we are unified in our approach to helping our children become the best they can be. We are looking for an exceptional individual who embraces and promotes our whole school vision, 'Working together in harmony to develop confident, well-educated learners with health minds and bodies, who are independent, resilient, motivated and committed to lifelong learning.'

The ideal candidate should:

• be an excellent, engaging and reflective teaching assistant
• be able to manage, plan for, teach and assess individual children effectively in line with their EHCP
• have experience of working with SEN children (particularly those with autism and complex needs)
• liaise with the SENDCo, Speech & Language and Occupational Therapists, other agencies and use advice provided
• motivate, enthuse, engage and inspire our pupils through an engaging autism specific curriculum
• develop strategies that enhances the wellbeing of children with autism
• possess good English and Maths skills
• be able to communicate effectively with parents, pupils and colleagues
• establish and maintain a positive and effective learning environment
• be flexible, adaptable and able to use own initiative
• possess excellent communication and computing skills
• be able to demonstrate good teamwork skills and a strong commitment to the school’s values and whole school vision
• be a dedicated, caring professional who wants to be part of a happy and successful team
• be able to remain calm and make correct choices in a challenging situation
• have a good disposition and character with a growth mind-set
• have excellent behaviour management skills

We will offer you:

• A school where staff are highly valued, wellbeing and a healthy work-life balance is a priority.
• Enthusiastic, motivated, well-behaved children and very supportive parents.
• A committed, friendly, welcoming and supportive staff team.
• Excellent support from the Headteacher, Senior Leadership Team and Governing Body.
• High quality and bespoke professional and career development opportunities.
• Opportunities and potential for future leadership roles.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed.

The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.

This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

To apply for this opportunity your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application.

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Teaching Assistant - Harrow - January Start