1:1 Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Old Stratford Primary School, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK19 6AZ

13 days remaining to apply

Start date details
ASAP
Closing date
12 February 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
29 January 2025

Job details

Job role: Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern: Full time
Contract type: Fixed term
Full-time equivalent salary: £24,027.00 Annually (FTE)

1:1 Special Needs Teaching Assistant job summary

Responsibilities for the role include:

Work one-on-one with a special needs pupil, providing tailored support and assistance as directed by the teacher or special education coordinator.
Implement individualized learning plans to address the pupil's specific needs and learning goals.
Foster a supportive and inclusive atmosphere that encourages the pupil's social and academic growth.
Collaborate closely with the classroom teacher, special education team, and parents to ensure a holistic approach to the pupil’s education.
Monitor and track the pupil's progress, providing feedback and insights to the educational team.

Qualifications:

Experience working with children with special needs is highly valued.
Patience, empathy, and a nurturing approach to supporting diverse learning styles.
Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team.
Relevant certifications or training in special education or child development is advantageous.

Why Choose Us?

Supportive Environment: Join a team committed to creating an inclusive and supportive learning space for all pupils.
Professional Growth: Opportunities for professional development and training in special education practices.
Impactful Role: Make a meaningful difference in the life of a pupil and contribute to their educational journey.

If you have a heart for supporting children with special needs and are ready to play a pivotal role in their educational success, we invite you to apply!

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.