Full-Time Teaching Assistant (One-to-One Support)
Location: North of Cardiff
Pay: £12.90 an hour
Hours: Full-Time (8:30-3:30 Monday-Friday)
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to provide one-to-one support for a child recovering from a long-term illness and also has additional learning needs. This role requires a nurturing and patient individual, committed to helping the child reintegrate into school life and supporting their personal and academic development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide tailored educational support to meet the child’s individual needs, ensuring they can access the curriculum effectively.
- Assist the child with personal care where necessary, maintaining their dignity and comfort.
- Support the child’s physical and emotional well-being as they transition back into a classroom setting.
- Collaborate with teachers, SENCO, and other professionals to implement and adapt Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
- Help create a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages progress, confidence, and self-esteem.
- Provide regular feedback to parents and school staff regarding the child’s progress and any areas of concern.
The Ideal Candidate Will:
- Have experience working with children with special educational needs or health conditions.
- Demonstrate a nurturing, caring, and patient approach to working with children.
- Be adaptable and willing to assist with personal care tasks.
- Show excellent communication and teamwork skills, collaborating effectively with staff, parents, and external professionals.
- Have the ability to build a positive and trusting relationship with the child, fostering an encouraging and supportive environment.
Essential Qualifications & Skills:
- Previous experience supporting children or vulnerable adults with additional learning or health needs is desirable whether that be personal or professional.
- A kind and nurturing nature.
- A strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
What We Offer:
- A supportive and inclusive working environment.
- Continuous support throughout the placement.
- Referral bonus for any educator you provide details for.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- The opportunity to make a real difference in the life of a child.
If you are a compassionate individual who is committed to supporting the growth and recovery of a child with additional learning needs, we would love to hear from you.
To apply: Please apply with your CV attached including your full career/education history and a consultant will aim to be in contact within 24 hours.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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