Teaching assistant / individual needs assistant

Teaching assistant / individual needs assistant

Full-Time No working from home possible
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The Job

We are looking to recruit a Teaching Assistant, working under the guidance of teaching staff to deliver specialized support programmes. You won't just be "helping out"β€”you will be a vital link in ensuring every child, regardless of their challenges, can engage with the curriculum and thrive.

This role comes with an additional 1/2 hour lunch time duty

Benfield and Hangleton are linked schools, so this may involve working at either site.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Specialised Pupil Support: Supervise and provide tailored support for pupils with significant needs, ensuring their safety and full access to learning activities.
  • IEP Implementation: Assist in the development and delivery of Individual Education/Behaviour Plans
  • Intervention Delivery: Work flexibly with colleagues to successfully deliver planned intervention programmes.
  • Foster Independence: Set challenging expectations that promote self-esteem and encourage pupil independence.
  • Communication & Inclusion: Use strategies to promote the inclusion of all pupils and encourage social interaction.

What You Bring

We are seeking a candidate who balances professional skill with genuine heart. The ideal applicant will have:

  • Experience: Proven experience working with children of a relevant age, specifically those with significant needs and social/communication difficulties.
  • Qualifications: Completion Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant
  • Technical Knowledge: A solid understanding of the national curriculum, child development, and basic learning strategies (e.g., literacy and numeracy).
  • Adaptability The ability to work constructively within a team while self-evaluating your own learning needs.
  • Essential Skills: Good numeracy/literacy skills and the ability to use ICT and other classroom technology effectively to support learning.

This is more than a job; it is a chance to provide the "particular support" that allows a child with complex needs to succeed. You will work in a supportive environment where your feedback on pupil progress is valued and directly informs the teacher's planning

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Teaching assistant / individual needs assistant employer: Hangleton Primary School

Our school is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment where staff work together as a team to enhance the learning experience for pupils. With access to a range of employee benefits, including discounts, flexible working options, and comprehensive wellbeing support, we prioritise the growth and development of our staff while ensuring a family-friendly atmosphere. Join us in making a meaningful impact on children's lives through dedicated phonics education.

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Contact Details:

Hangleton Primary School Recruitment Team