Teaching Assistant - Primary / Early Years Specialist

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils, West Norwood, Lambeth

Teaching Assistant - Primary / Early Years Specialist

£24877-£26716

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils, West Norwood, Lambeth

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 5 days ago, 11 Sep | Get your application in now to be included in the first week's applications.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

Job ref: 4c8596b3d8a14d84b44ad7924806694c

Location ref: West Norwood, Lambeth

Full Job Description

  • Supporting pupils with Down's syndrome and other complex special educational needs in primary/early years settings
  • Providing personal care including toileting, feeding and hygiene support
  • Using Makaton and other communication strategies to support pupils' understanding and expression
  • Supporting pupils in accessing learning activities as directed by the teacher
  • Supervising and supporting pupils when swimming, including entering the water
  • Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists and families to deliver individual programmes
  • Creating resources and adapting activities to meet individual learning needs
  • Promoting inclusion, independence and positive behaviour

    Strong experience working in a special school primary or early years setting
  • Experience working with pupils with Down's syndrome
  • Confident and experienced in delivering personal care
  • Proficient in using Makaton to support communication
  • Grade A-C or Level 2 qualifications in English and Mathematics

    Oak Lodge School is a secondary school for students with hearing, speech and language and communication needs with a residential provision. We would like to welcome you to become part of our vibrant and innovative learning community, to have the opportunity to work in our happy and harmonious school which promotes the highest standards and is at the forefront of special Deaf education.

    Well-equipped classrooms and resources
  • Free parking on site
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities, including Makaton training
  • Small school community (91 pupils) where you can get to know students and staff
  • A chance to make a real difference to the lives of young people with complex needs

Direct job link

https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/teaching-assistant-primary-early-years-specialist-127377496