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Graduate Teaching Assistant | Southwark SE3 | 90-105 | Full Time | Long Term-Permanent | January 2025
Have you recently received your degree in psychology from a university?
Are you an understanding and caring teacher who is at ease with the wide and complicated spectrum of demands among kids with special education needs?
Long Term Futures is currently partnering with a Southwark-based Primary School, which is looking for bright and confident graduates to embark on their journey in teaching. As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in the educational development and well-being of young students. For the right candidate, there is potential for the role to become permanent.
Main Duties will entail:
- Providing 1:1 and small group support to children with SEN and complex needs, including ASD, ADHD, and behavioural difficulties.
- Participate and assist in lesson delivery and provide individualised support to children with special educational needs.
- Collaborate with an experienced inclusion team to ensure ongoing development and participation of children who may struggle in mainstream class environments.
- Keeping detailed records of pupils' progress and regularly updating the class teacher on their development.
Applicant Specification:
- Hold a relevant degree or equivalent qualification. (Ideally Psychology)
- Passion for education and making a difference in young children's academic performance.
- Ability to effectively communicate with parents, staff members and other school personnel.
- Experience working with primary school children is advantageous.
- Capable of building strong relationships with children and becoming a trusted figure in the classroom.
Benefits:
- With dedicated specialists in long-term to permanent recruitment, you will have 24/7 access to your consultant.
- Sociable hours 8:30 am - 3:30pm, NO Weekends.
- We offer access to a wide range of FREE CPD courses to aid progression.
- On-site free parking.
If you feel this role would be suited to you, please submit your CV via the application page or contact Laine at Long Term Futures office. All applicants will need a valid DBS and two references in order to trial for this role.
