Resource Base Teaching Assistant

Academics

Posted 6 days ago, valid for 20 days

Llantwit Major, South Glamorgan CF61 1SP, Wales

£18,000 - £21,600 per annum

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

Academics is seeking an ALN Teaching Assistant for a Resource Base in Llantwit, working with students aged 3-11 who have severe learning difficulties and complex needs.
Candidates should have experience in supporting children or adults with additional learning needs (ALN) and possess strong communication skills.
The role requires handling challenging behavior, collaborating with teachers, and ensuring a positive learning environment.
The position offers a salary of £70-£80 per day and requires previous experience in a similar role.
Working hours are Monday to Friday from 08:30 am to 3:30 pm, with a focus on the wellbeing of the students.

Academics are looking for an ALN Teaching Assistant to work in a Resource Base in a school in Llantwit. The students are aged 3-11 with Severe and Profound Learning Difficulties, Complex Needs, Autism and Sensory Impairment. The base has a welcoming atmosphere and are looking for a candidate who is kind, patient and passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs. The hours for this role are 08:30am to 3.30pm Monday - Friday.Responsibilities include:

Effectively handling challenging behaviour and meltdowns using de-escalation techniques

Collaborating with the teachers and wider school staff to work towards the student's Education Healthcare Plans (EHCPs)

Ensuring a positive and safe learning environment that focuses on the wellbeing of the students

Requirements for this role include experience working with children or adults with ALN, caring and empathetic individuals, strong communication and written English skills, an Enhanced DBS on the update service and EWC registration.

We offer-

A personal contact- that's me, Jo. The demand for Learning support Assistants is only growing. You school feedback is important. Finding your desired school is important.

Gold accredited compliance, protecting you, me, the school and the children. There is no cutting corners and you must feel safe in changing environments. Schools trust our compliance and know the staff we provide are fully vetted.

In house payroll. This means no 'umbrella payroll agencies'; no time spent doing your own tax returns and getting confused with timings and weekly pay, I ensure timesheets are correct and on time.

"I've been with Academics Cardiff for over four years. I've never had a problem. They're always just a phone call away. They're professional yet compassionate and also personable. Would highly recommend."- Paula

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