Teaching Assistant
- Annual Salary: £19,000 - £21,000
- Location: Bristol, BS15
- Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
We are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our alternative provision from September. This role is ideal for a compassionate individual who is committed to supporting the educational and emotional development of students within an alternative education setting that will have challenging behaviours and / or some learning difficulties. The successful candidate will work closely with a team of professionals to create a nurturing and inclusive environment that meets the unique needs of each student. Each student comes to the provision for a 16 week programme, and then returns to their normal school. Transitions then take place to reintegrate them so you may be required to spend 2 weeks then into another school. Children vary between KS2 and KS4.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Assist in the planning and delivery of individualised educational programmes.
- Provide one-to-one support to students, helping them to engage with their learning.
- Facilitate small group activities and discussions to encourage student participation.
- Support the classroom teacher in creating a safe and positive learning environment.
- Monitor and record student progress, providing feedback to teachers and parents as required.
- Assist with the preparation of teaching materials and resources.
- Help manage classroom behaviour, applying the provision's policies and strategies.
- Accompany and support students during off-site educational trips and activities.
- Participate in professional development and training opportunities.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- A genuine passion for education and the well-being of children and young people.
- Experience working with students in an educational setting, alternative provision experience is advantageous as there are challenging behaviours to deal with.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with students.
- Patience, resilience, and the ability to work effectively in challenging situations.
- A proactive and flexible approach to work.
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualification is desirable but not essential.
- Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
Benefits:
- Competitive salary within the range of £19,000 - £21,000.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Pension scheme.
- Generous holiday allowance.
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