At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children’s learning and development in a nurturing school environment.
- Company: Welcoming primary schools in Sunderland with a focus on child wellbeing.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, and access to professional development courses.
- Other info: Join a supportive community with dedicated consultant support and resources.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives and help them thrive.
- Qualifications: Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification and experience in a primary school setting.
The predicted salary is between 22950 - 28050 £ per year.
Child Development Support Assistant - Washington
We're currently recruiting for a Child Development Support Assistant to work within welcoming and supportive Primary Schools across Sunderland, starting in September.
This rewarding role is perfect for qualified Teaching Assistants who are passionate about supporting children with their academic, social and emotional development.
You will play a key role in helping pupils thrive both inside and outside the classroom.
- Your Main Responsibilities
- Support children with a range of learning, communication and developmental needs.
- Provide one-to-one and small group support to help pupils access learning.
- Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and social development.
- Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
- Support children with SEND, including Autism, ADHD, Speech and Language needs and SEMH.
- Assist with classroom activities, interventions and learning programmes.
- Encourage independence, confidence and engagement in learning.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, SENDCOs and pastoral teams to support pupil progress.
- Create a nurturing, safe and inclusive learning environment.
Requirements
Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or above (essential).
- Experience working within a Primary School setting.
- A genuine passion for supporting child development and wellbeing.
- Understanding of SEND, Autism, ADHD, SEMH or behavioural needs is desirable.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- A patient, resilient and nurturing approach.
- An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
- Additional qualifications in Education, Childcare or Child Development are advantageous.
Benefits
- Competitive rates of pay with long-term and temp-to-perm opportunities available.
- Speedy registration process and fast-track compliance - APSCo Compliance+ accredited for the highest safer recruitment standards.
- Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability.
- Culture-matched placements, ensuring we find schools that fit your values and strengths.
- Access to our Priority Partnership school network across Washington and the wider North East.
- 5+ CPD courses completed before placement (including Safeguarding, SEND and Behaviour Management), with ongoing accredited training through Milk Academy.
- FREE PSHE lesson plans and educational resources.
- FREE educator wellbeing resources and access to our community hub.
- School Preparation Packs with handover notes and school insights to help you hit the ground running.
- Dedicated support from your personal consultant, available 24/7 via their work mobile.
This role is paid within the advertised pay scale. Your starting rate will be determined by your qualifications, relevant experience and the requirements of the assignment.
Why This Role?
As a Child Development Support Assistant, you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on young lives by supporting pupils' learning, confidence, communication and emotional wellbeing.
Every day is different, and every achievement, no matter how small, makes a difference.
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Child Development Support Assistant employer: AMA Admin
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