Teaching Assistant

PaJeS Trauma Informed Practitioner Jessica Overlander-Kaye; City of London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A nurturing primary school in London is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant/Learning Support Assistant. In this role, you will support children with special educational needs, assisting them individually and in small groups. You will be a role model promoting positive behaviour and inclusion, with opportunities for professional development in a warm environment focused on child development.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children is desirable.
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting positive behaviour.
• Ability to assist students with learning difficulties.

Responsibilities

• Support children individually and in groups.
• Prepare classrooms for lessons.
• Encourage children's interaction and independence.

Skills

Support for children with special educational needs

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Flexibility

Job description

Job Category: Teaching Assistant/Learning Support Assistant

Location: London

NRPS is an established, thriving orthodox Jewish School for boys and girls aged 2-11, situated in Hendon NW4.

Our school is seeking to appoint a highly motivated and committed individual to join our wonderful team to work 1:1 and in small groups with pupils in Key Stage 1 and 2. Under the direction of the Deputy Head Inclusion & Pastoral. You will be assisting with both classroom management and individualised learning plans, supporting children with special educational needs (SEN).

Key responsibilities include:

• Able to support children individually, within a small group or whole class
• Demonstrate a commitment to supporting students with special educational needs and who have an EHCP
• Possess an understanding of how to assist students with learning difficulties.
• Supporting children’s personal needs and social development.
• Helping to prepare classrooms for lessons and assisting with resource management.
• Encouraging children’s interaction and independence in learning activities.
• Show dedication to upholding the ethos of Nancy Reuben Primary School
• Exhibit a passion for fostering children’s learning and development.
• Display flexibility in supporting staff and students as needed within the role.

You will be a role model for our pupils, promoting positive behaviour and inclusion. Experience working with children is desirable, but your enthusiasm, communication skills, and willingness to collaborate as part of a team are just as important. This is a rewarding role for someone who is passionate about education and child development. We invite you to come and work in our warm, caring and nurturing environment where your enthusiasm will be encouraged and you will be offered professional development and training.

Nancy Reuben Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff and volunteers undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).