Teaching assistant

Teaching Assistant

Dudley

£85 - £95 per day

Our esteemed client is dedicated to meeting the educational needs of pupils aged 3-19 years with complex and profound learning difficulties. They provide a variety of teaching groups that offer different learning styles to cater to the unique needs of each pupil. They emphasize the importance of recognizing and celebrating achievements and efforts across all areas of the curriculum.

The curriculum is designed in accordance with the National Curriculum, reflecting the needs and interests of the pupils to inspire, motivate, and challenge them to make progress in incremental steps. The school values strong partnerships with parents, as this collaboration is crucial in helping pupils achieve their best. The school encourages visits, which can be arranged through the school office, and continually seeks feedback to improve their services.

Key Responsibilities

- Assist in delivering a broad, balanced, and relevant curriculum for each child, ensuring access to the National Curriculum

- Support the development of pupils' skills, interests, and attitudes necessary for everyday living

- Foster personal and social awareness in pupils, helping them become valued and contributing members of society

- Promote intellectual, moral, and spiritual growth through respect and understanding of different cultures

- Encourage lively, enquiring minds, the ability to question, reason, and apply to tasks

- Aid in achieving high standards, self-discipline, and a positive code of behaviour

- Create a safe and secure learning environment where pupils can gain self-confidence and improve their self-image

- Provide every pupil with the opportunity to succeed and develop a positive self-image

- Work collaboratively with parents, carers, and other family members to support pupil progress.

Requirements

- Previous experience in a teaching assistant role, preferably within a special educational needs (SEN) environment

- Ability to work effectively as part of a team

- Strong communication skills to collaborate with teachers, parents, and pupils

- Patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to support the learning and development of pupils with complex and profound learning difficulties

- Commitment to the school's ethos and values.

Benefits

- Competitive daily rate of £85 - £95

- Opportunity to work in a supportive and enriching environment

- Professional development opportunities

- The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of children with special educational needs

- Collaborative working environment with continuous feedback and improvement initiatives

- An opportunity to work closely with parents and carers to achieve the best outcomes for pupils.