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Teaching Assistant

  • Location:

    Stockport

  • Sector:

    SEN Support

  • Job type:

    Long-Term Contracts

  • Salary:

    £83 - £91 per day

  • Contact:

    Geraldine Hall

  • Contact email:

    gez@reesoneducation.com

  • Job ref:

    SEMHTAsk6_1732799706

  • Published:

    28 days ago

  • Duration:

    Long term

  • Expiry date:

    2024-12-28

  • Start date:

    02/01/2025 or ASAP

  • Contract Length:

    Full Time

Job Title: Teaching Assistant

Location: Stockport

Pay Rates: £83 - £91 a day

Shift Patterns: Monday to Friday

Reeson education are working closely with an SEMH school in Stockport who are looking to find an experienced and enthusiastic SEMH Teaching Assistant. This is a full-time, long-term role to start in as soon as possible.

This role working with children with complex SEMH needs requires a strong candidate with lots of experience. The students can display challenging behaviours, so it is important that you are resilient with a patient and calm demeanour. The school are looking for a teaching assistant with previous experience working with behavioural needs. School follows a very child centred approach focusing on achieving the best possible educational outcomes for all children and are incredibly proud of the opportunities and individualised curriculum they provide.

SEMH Teaching Assistant responsibilities:

  • Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all pupils in learning and extracurricular activities
  • Support the teaching of a broad and balanced curriculum aimed at pupils achieving their full potential in all areas of learning
  • Use effective behaviour management strategies consistently in line with the school's policy and procedures
  • Organise and manage teaching space and resources to help maintain a stimulating and safe learning environment
  • Observe pupil performance and pass observations on to the class teacher and supervise a class if the teacher is temporarily unavailable
  • Use ICT skills to advance pupils' learning and undertake any other relevant duties given by the class teacher

SEMH Teaching Assistant Qualifications/experience:

  • Experience: A minimum of 3 months' work/volunteer experience with children or young people in the UK.
  • Qualifications: Relevant qualifications such as a Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant/childcare.

Skills:

  • Excellent communication skills, patience, and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, teachers, and parents.
  • Attributes: A passion for supporting children's education, a proactive approach, and a willingness to adapt to different school environments.

Safeguarding:

  • A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, with a willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Benefits:

  • Excellent daily rates paid weekly through Pay As You Earn (PAYE) or Umbrella
  • Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers' Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
  • Essential support when you need it - 24/7 365 days - Call us anytime!
  • You will have a professional consultant who will be your personal point of contact throughout your time working for us

If you are interested in this SEMH Teaching Assistant role please submit an up to date CV as soon as possible.

Reeson Education:

REESON Education is London's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At REESON Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across London. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%