Teaching Assistant

We are looking for a passionate, hard-working Teaching Assistant for one of our partner schools based in Wakefield Role: We require someone who is compassionate with a firm but fair approach. We need someone with strong communication skills, with the ability to build strong trusting relationships with both students and parents. You will need a collaborative approach to work and work well as part of a team and on a 1:1 Basis. Responsibilities: * Work with smaller groups of students * Make sure classrooms are a safe and tidy space before the school day starts * Provide support to students who have emotional & mental health needs. * Help students adjust, learn and socialize and report to teachers about possible behavioural issues Requirements: * Familiarity with school administrative tasks and learning methods * Great communication and excellent organisational skills * Firm but kind and caring personality * The ability to build a trusting relationship with students, teachers and parents * Teaching Assistant Qualification (or expe) We are committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to APSCo standards. Any appointment will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks