Teaching Assistant

The successful candidate will work two days per week, 8:30am - 12, 12.30- 3pm (with an unpaid lunch break of 30mins). They will work closely with, and be supported by, staff from both bases. Additional guidance / training will be provided by the school's SENCO. There may be the opportunity to supplement their income with additional TA overtime hours and to possibly work some hours prior to January.

We are looking for a committed, enthusiastic and flexible part-time Teaching Assistant (TA) to work 1:1 with a pupil with specific needs at our Monkton Farleigh base (BA15 2QD) from January 2024. Experience of working with children with additional needs, and an awareness of meeting emotional needs and a trauma led approach would be advantageous., Able to carry out numerous roles under the guidance of class teachers to ensure that pupils are well supported and make good progress.
Develop a good relationship with, and be able to work 1:1 with a pupil with specific needs
Be open to an experience sensitive approach to working; adapting the environment to a pupil's needs
Be able to model behavioural expectations and co-regulate, following guidance from the school's SENDCO
Able to make learning fun and accessible to children.
Committed to the school family and ethos and willing to contribute to the life of the school.
Flexible and adaptable, and open to new ideas and ways of working.
A good communicator and team player.
Happy to develop their own skills and knowledge, even if experienced.
Willing to work across both bases of our federated school on occasion.
We offer:

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A school that is committed to seeing all children reach their full potential.
A school community that enjoys learning together.
Supportive parents and governors.
Commitment to your professional development.