Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Overview

The Trustees are looking to appoint two experienced and motivated Level 2 Teaching Assistants, joining our dynamic, growing and committed staff team.

Applicants should be able to demonstrate how they meet the following essential criteria:

Previous experience of working with young people of school age who may present with challenging behaviour and complex needs, preferably within an educational setting
Experience of supporting teaching and learning within a special needs setting to a dedicated group of students
Experience of supporting the class teacher to monitor student progress, ensuring their improved engagement with the school and their learning
Experience of recording student progress and providing regular feedback to stakeholders
Experience of working in partnership with classroom teachers to differentiate appropriate interventions for students in relation to the curriculum
The ability to model and encourage appropriate social behaviour in and out of school and to cater for the general welfare of students
A nurturing and empathetic approach to behaviour management
The physical and emotional resilience to support students with Special Educational and sometimes complex needs, taking a non-judgemental approach
The ability to work as part of a team using own initiative when needed
Willingness to participate in own professional development