Looking for a Teaching Assistant in Bournemouth!
Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Bournemouth
Salary: £14 - £14.50 per hour
Contract Type: Full time/Permanent
Start Date: September (new academic year)
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of young learners? If so, Advantage Education are looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a local school based in Bournemouth for the new academic year, to start in September!
About the School:
The school celebrates the achievements of young people with learning difficulties and disabilities by providing personalised support and diverse opportunities tailored to each child's needs. Their dedicated team is passionate about fostering a nurturing environment where every voice is heard and every talent shines. They create personalised learning paths for students with severe and complex needs, ensuring they receive the support they require. Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, they also offer comprehensive training and professional development for the staff. With an "Outstanding" Ofsted rating, they are proud to be a supportive community that fosters growth, joy, and opportunities for all.
About the Role:
As a Teaching Assistant, you will collaborate with the staff to support students with learning difficulties and disabilities, helping to implement individualised learning plans and providing personalised support.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide one-on-one and small group support for students with learning difficulties and disabilities, fostering a positive, inclusive environment that promotes social, emotional, and academic growth.
- Assist in developing and delivering individualised learning plans and tailored interventions, collaborating with teaching staff, families, and external professionals to ensure student progress and well-being.
- Monitor student progress, providing feedback and adjusting support strategies as needed, while contributing to the improvement of teaching practices through reflective collaboration.
- Follow individual care and medical plans, including administering medication and assisting with personal care, while promoting independence and ensuring high standards of support.
- Utilise appropriate communication techniques to help students engage fully in activities under the direction of the class teacher.
Requirements:
- A genuine passion for working with students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
- Experience in a similar role or relevant qualification (e.g., Level 2 or 3 SEN Teaching Assistant qualification, SEN qualifications) is preferred but not mandatory.
- Strong understanding of the complexities associated with learning difficulties and disabilities, with the ability to adapt strategies to meet individual needs.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
If you are passionate about supporting students with learning difficulties and disabilities as a Teaching Assistant, please submit your CV now!
To work with Advantage Education as a Teaching Assistant, you need:
- Have the right to work in the UK.
- Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
- Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with Advantage Education.
Please be advised that this role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.
Pay: £14.00-£14.50 per hour
Expected hours: 30.0 per week
Work Location: In person
