Teaching Assistant

About the role:

We are looking for an experienced Teaching Assistant to join an independent SEN school in Edenbridge supporting young people with an Autism or Mental Health diagnosis. You will support students in overcoming the challenges they face in accessing their education and the social world around them within their own homes and or a nominated work space such as a local library. The Aim is to support young people in reaching their potential through both emotional, practical and educational support, whilst tailoring our approach for each individual specific needs. Successful Teaching Assistant will be passionate for the job with an ability to reach out to students and create a relationship of mutual trust. They will know how to engage students, inspiring them with a desire to learn whilst having a sound knowledge of SEMH.

The goal is: To provide students with the confidence and resilience to meet the challenges that act as barriers to their education and impact upon successful outcomes in their everyday lives.

As a Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Observe, monitor and record the progress of pupils both using the appropriate format as advised by the teacher including pupil learning, behaviour management, wellbeing, child protection etc (including liaising with therapists) as directed in order to support the teacher deliver the specific learning programmes set for each child.
• Ensure resources are available to facilitate the learning needs of all pupils.
• Liaise with parents/carers as required, maintaining professional, confidential dialogue with due regard to school policy and practice and feedback as necessary
• Contribute to the overall work/aims of the school and appreciate and support the role of colleagues and other professionals to enable the school fulfil its development plans etc.
• Undertake training and other learning activities and attend relevant meetings (within contracted hours) as required to ensure own professional development. Attend training outside of contracted hours with advanced notice and in negotiation.
• Be aware of and support difference and ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop.
• Ensure health and safety and good behaviour of pupils (including off-site activities such as trips, etc.). Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety, security and confidentiality, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person to ensure pupils' wellbeing.
• Supervise and have responsibility for the safety of pupils in social times, as well as model appropriate play and organise learning activities.
• Promote positive behaviour effectively and consistently to raise self esteem Promote positive social interactions and the respect for other people's views Acquire the appropriate skills, qualifications and/or experience required for the role, with the support from the school

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Term Time Teachers are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants will be subject to a full face-to-face registration and an Enhanced DBS (Formerly known as CRB).