Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching are working with Primary Schools in South Shields who are looking for a Teaching Assistant to work with children in EYFS on a full-time basis starting 4th of November. Full time - 8.30-15.30 Pay rate is negotiable depending on experience. Role is to run until Christmas with the strong possibility of becoming permanent for the appropriate candidate. This role will involve: · Supporting a pupil with SEN and challenging behaviour on a 1:1 basis. · Managing challenging behaviour in a positive, proactive and consistent manner. · Building and maintaining positive relationships with Class Teachers to support the pupil and discuss/implement strategies and learning activities to promote pupil progress. · Preparing resources for learning activities and lessons. · Supervising pupils at break times and lunch times as required. · Having a "hands on" approach to supporting the pupils in their learning, with a willingness to interact, engage and form a positive rapport with the pupil. · Liaising with parents and outside agencies to discuss progress as required. This role requires: · An Enhanced DBS (ideally on the Update Service but this is not essential as we can process a new one for you) · Ideally a recognised Childcare-based qualification, although again, this is not essential. · An ability to build positive relationships and a rapport with pupils and staff. · A resilient, proactive, and positive nature · Experience of supporting pupils in a School setting. · Ideally experience of 1:1 Support within a School setting · High levels of enthusiasm, energy and positivity when working with pupils. · A genuine passion for supporting young people to fulfil their potential and flourish in education. · An enthusiastic approach and a willingness to engage with and form positive relationships with pupils. If you are interested in the role and would like to be considered, please apply for the role promptly as the school are looking for staff to start on the 4th of November