Teaching Assistant at level 3 across Cuckmere House School, a SEMH special school and autism provision within SABDEN Multi Academy Trust. The post supports teachers with the curriculum, working directly with pupils and preparing resources. It is part-time, term-time only, at 30 hours a week with hours agreed at interview, and includes tutor-team work inside and outside the classroom. An enhanced DBS check is required; experience with vulnerable young people is welcome but not essential.
What the job involves
- Support teachers in delivering the curriculum
- Work directly with pupils
- Prepare classroom resources
- Manage pupils with a range of complex needs in the classroom and outdoors
- Model expected behaviour and act as a role model for pupils
- Support pupils to learn inside and outside the classroom as part of a tutor team
- Motivate pupils to want to learn new skills
- Follow school structure, policies and procedures with consistency
- Reflect on own practice to improve pupil outcomes
Skills & knowledge
- Highly skilled communicator
- Ability to manage pupils with complex needs
- Ability to inspire and motivate pupils
- Calm, consistent approach with high expectations
- Interest in and knowledge of child development
- Understanding of child protection procedures
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check
Nice to have
- Some experience of working with vulnerable young people
- Resilience and a good sense of humour
- Interest in securing coaching qualifications
- Interest in gaining outdoor skills as part of CPD
What’s offered
- Free daily lunch
- Strong induction programme
- ECT and unqualified teacher programmes
- Professional development valued and supported
- Supportive and friendly team
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
