Advanced Teaching Assistant
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Start Date: September 2024
Salary: £83 - £100 per day
Contract Type: Full-Time
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Do you have a knack for supporting students with special needs? If so, we want you to join our dedicated team at an excellent Client Secondary School in York, North Yorkshire, to join asan Advanced Teaching Assistant, starting in September 2024.This position is ideal for individuals who aspire to make a significant difference in the lives of students and contribute to their educational journey.
About the School:
The school is situated in the energetic city of York, is famous for its dedication to academic quality, cutting-edge teaching methods, and a wide variety of extracurricular activities.
The school wants its students to reach their full potential, excel academically, and grow into resilient, accountable individuals who will prosper and positively impact their community.
The school acknowledges its responsibility to ensure the safety of children and young people, to foster moral values and mutual respect in them, and to provide a secure environment where they can seek advice and help.
Because it's a small school, every student is personally known, and programs are often designed to maximize each student's unique ability.
The school takes pride to have cutting-edge facilities and a welcoming neighbourhood that promotes education and the total development of the children.
Advanced Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:
Work closely with teachers and other support staff to develop and implement individualized support plans for students with special needs.
Provide one-on-one and small group support to students, helping them to engage with the curriculum and develop essential life skills.
Assist in the development and delivery of targeted interventions and programs designed to improve students' emotional and mental well-being.
Assisting in creating and implementing educational resources and materials.
Assessing student progress and providing feedback to teachers and SENCOs.
Supervising students during activities, ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
Contributing to the overall school community through active participation.
Advanced Teaching Assistant Requirements:
Relevant qualifications and certifications as a Teaching Assistant or a Degree related to Education or Psychology.
Proven experience working with secondary school students, particularly those with special needs.
Understanding of Special Educational Needs (SEN) and experience working with students with diverse learning needs.
Passion for education and a genuine desire to make a difference.
Ability to adapt and work collaboratively in a dynamic educational environment.
Knowledge of behaviour management techniques and strategies for supporting students with SEN.
Hold an Enhanced DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for a new one.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.
For more information, or to apply for the role of Advanced Teaching Assistant in York, North Yorkshire, please call Kerry Fowler at GSL Education or submit an up to date CV via the application link. Alternatively, please visit the official GSL Education website to apply online