Teaching Assistant

Exciting Opportunity for Teaching Assistant in Burton-on-Trent, starting November 2024! Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with complex needs? An excellent opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a Junior school in Burton-on-Trent, working within a Year 5 class. Position: Teaching Assistant Location: Burton-on-Trent Start Date: 5th November 2024 About the Role: As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with children in a Year 5 as a general class teaching assistant but will also be supporting any children within the class with SEND, providing them with the support and encouragement they need to thrive. You will assist the class teacher in delivering tailored learning activities, promoting social interaction, and providing individualised care. Key Responsibilities: - Providing one-on-one support to children with complex needs - Assisting in the implementation of Individual Care Plans - Creating a nurturing and inclusive learning environment - Collaborating with the class teacher and SENCO to meet the needs of all students - Supporting students with personal care, if required Requirements: - Previous experience working with children with SEND, particularly in KS2 - Strong understanding of SEND strategies and interventions - Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude - Ability to work effectively as part of a team - Relevant qualifications or training in SEND support (desirable) - Must have own transport due to travel between a SEND provision and the Primary School Benefits: - Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's lives - Supportive school environment - Competitive pay rate - Professional development opportunities How to Apply: If you are passionate about supporting children with, SEND and eager to contribute to their educational journey, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter detailing your relevant experience Join our team and become an integral part of creating an inclusive and nurturing learning environment for all students at our Junior school in Burton-on-Trent! Career Teachers Derby Phone: (phone number removed) Email: At Career Teachers we are fully compliant with Agency Worker Regulations, ensuring you receive equal treatment for pay and conditions after a 12 week qualifying period. Please ask for further details. All quoted rates are inclusive of 12.07% holiday pay. Important Notice: In order for you to be successful in applying for the above position you should be eligible to work in the UK, or hold a relevant work visa. Safeguarding, quality and integrity are at the heart of what we do. During the application process you are required to: - Attend an interview in person; - Give details for us to complete Reference checks; - Provide an Enhanced DBS disclosure We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within education. We have a policy, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion, we encourage you to please apply for any other position that you may see in the future. Thank you. Career Teachers is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its Clients