Teaching Assistant

at  New Forest Care

TEACHING ASSISTANT - JUNE/SEPTEMBER START.

Hours: Full-time, permanent, 40 hours per week, Term time only
New Forest Care, are looking for an energetic, enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant to work with our KS2-KS4 students on the Isle of Wight, to support them in making progress both academically and emotionally.
New Forest Care, is an outstanding, small independent school with an excellent reputation for working with vulnerable students with autism, attachment difficulties, and social, emotional and mental health needs.
Successful applicants will work in a small class group (usually 4 students) to provide emotional and academic support that enables them to access their education; this includes breaking down learning, using strategies and behaviour plans and applying therapeutic techniques.

CORE REQUIREMENTS

In fulfilling the requirements of the post, the Teaching Assistant will demonstrate essential professional characteristics, and in particular will:

• Have Function Skills Level 2 in English and Maths or equivalent.
• Ability to form relationships with young people so as to support them academically and emotionally.
• Set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance.
• Promote the welfare of children and to support the school in safeguarding children though following relevant policies and procedures.
• Be able to support students with following their behaviour plans and strategies.
• Be proactive in matters of Health and Safety.
• Communicate efficiently with the Senior Leadership Team, staff, parents and external agencies as required.
• Maintain detailed and accurate student records on a timely basis.
• Ability to use initiative and creativity to problem solve.
• Experience working with Primary children is desirable.

THE COMPANY IS UNABLE TO SPONSOR EMPLOYMENT OF INTERNATIONAL WORKERS IN THIS ROLE. YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE EVIDENCE OF YOUR RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK.

New Forest Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People, applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and DBS check.
No agencies please.