Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about supporting children's learning and development? Do you thrive as part of a caring and collaborative team? If so, we would love to hear from you!, We are seeking a caring, committed, and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to work one-to-one with a small group of children who require additional support with their learning and wellbeing. The successful candidate will play a vital role in helping each child access the curriculum, build confidence, and develop independence within a supportive classroom environment. We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic one to one Teaching Assistant to join our team. You will work closely with the class teacher, SENDCo, and wider school team to deliver tailored support, implement individual education plans, and promote inclusion and positive relationships.,

• Provide one-to-one support to named children in line with their individual needs and targets.
• Assist with learning activities, adapting materials and approaches where necessary.
• Support the child's social and emotional development, promoting positive behaviour and self-esteem.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCo to monitor and report on progress.
• Help create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow all safeguarding procedures at all times.
• Supportive of our school's Christian values and ethos
  
  Have experience working with children with additional or special educational needs with autism, ADHD, social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, PICA, or a combination of these needs.
• Be patient, flexible, and understanding, with a positive attitude towards supporting individual needs.
• Be able to build warm, trusting relationships with children and staff.
• Work effectively as part of a team and follow guidance from teachers and leaders.
• Demonstrate good communication skills and a commitment to safeguarding.
• Hold (or be willing to work towards) a relevant Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning.
  
  "St Andrew's Primary School provides a Good quality of education and serves its local community exceptionally well. Parents say their children feel safe and valued in this happy and nurturing school." - Ofsted 2022
"Staff feel proud to work at the school and believe it is going from 'strength to strength.' They appreciate that leaders are committed to growing their skills, including opportunities for further qualifications." - SIAMs 2022 At St Andrew's, we are more than just a school - we're a close-knit and inclusive community, affectionately known as 'Team St Andrew's.' We have 210 wonderful children, a committed staff team, and a strong Christian ethos that underpins everything we do.

Salary: Dependent on experience and qualifications (NJC Scale 3 - 4)