Pastoral Teaching Assistant
Telford & Wrekin Council, Dawley Bank, Telford and Wrekin
Pastoral Teaching Assistant
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Telford & Wrekin Council, Dawley Bank, Telford and Wrekin
- Full time
- Temporary
- Onsite working
Posted 2 weeks ago, 16 Oct | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: b826dc2616ec4a62be52cc688a2e8a0c
Location ref: Dawley Bank, Telford and Wrekin
Full Job Description
We wish to appoint an enthusiastic, organised and passionate Teaching Assistant to support children across our school. We are looking for candidates who:
- Have experience of assisting children of primary age
- Support pupils with SEND, SEMH needs and pastoral care, ensuring they feel safe, valued and included.
- Are committed, creative, flexible and passionate - setting high expectations of care, achievement, behaviour, inclusion and safeguarding.
- Work closely with teachers to deliver targeted interventions, 1:1 support, with small groups and adapt learning to meet individual needs.
- Build positive, trusting relationships with children, encouraging confidence, resilience and independence .
- Promote pupils' social, emotional and behavioural development, offering guidance and support when needed.
- Assist in creating a nurturing classroom environment where all children can thrive.
- Communicate effectively with staff, parents and external agencies to support pupil progress and wellbeing.
- Demonstrate patience, empathy and flexibility in responding to diverse needs.
- Uphold the school's values and safeguarding responsibilities at all times. Will be an active part of our enthusiastic and dedicated team.
- Has, or is prepared to undertake, a Paediatric First Aid qualification .
- Maintain confidentiality at all times and observe GDPR guidelines .
- Can provide support 1:1, with small groups and within a classroom setting, including providing intimate care.
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