Interventions Teaching Assistants

Are you looking for a rewarding role as an Interventions Teaching Assistant within Newport Primary Schools?

Job Title: Interventions Teaching Assistant

Location: Newport

Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30 – 15:30

Pay: Minimum £12.90 per hour

Start: March 2025

Teaching personnel are currently looking for a dedicated individual to join one of our partnership schools in Newport. Our school is looking for a 1:1/small group Interventions teaching assistant to help support pupils with ALN (Additional Learning Needs) and behavioural issues within the mainstream classroom. In this role, you will need to be a resilient and supportive individual, who can help provide essential care and support to help your pupil grow and develop. The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher and other teaching assistants to effectively assist this pupil and contribute to the overall positive learning environment.

Responsibilities of the Interventions Teaching Assistant:

• Work on a 1:1/small group basis with pupils in the mainstream classroom who have ALN.
• Support and develop the pupils literacy and numeracy techniques.
• Foster a positive and encouraging environment, actively supporting the growth and development of your pupil.
• Build trusting relationships with pupils, staff, and parents, offering social and emotional support when required.
• Adhere to the school's safeguarding and protection policies.
• Work effectively with fellow teachers and teaching assistants in a strong team-oriented approach, seeking advice and guidance when required.
• Adapt to various situations as they arise, demonstrating flexibility in response to evolving needs.

Key Requirements for a Successful Teaching Assistant:

• To be registered with the EWC (Education Workforce Council)
• Hold a Child only DBS certificate that is registered on the Update System.
• Provide 2 professional references covering 24 months.
• To be strong and resilient when facing challenging behaviour.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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