Teaching Assistant (Year 12 Student Support)
Location: Secondary School, Bexley
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term (until the end of the academic year)
Pay Range: Dependant on Experience
About the Role: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our team, working specifically with a Year 12 student. The primary focus of this role is to assist the student in developing self-regulation skills that will enable them to thrive in the school environment. This is a full-time position, starting immediately, and will continue until the end of the academic year.
Key Responsibilities: * Collaborative Implementation: Work collaboratively with the student, teachers, and CAMHs to implement a personalised Safety Plan.
* Support Strategies: Implement strategies within the plan to support the student in managing emotions and behaviour, maintaining focus, and completing tasks in the classroom.
* In-the-Moment Support: Discreetly provide in-the-moment support to the student during class time as needed.
* Progress Documentation: Document progress and collaborate with the team to adjust the plan as needed.
* Positive Relationship Building: Maintain a positive and encouraging relationship with the student.
* Professional Conduct: Uphold the school’s professional code of conduct and confidentiality policies.
Qualifications and Skills: * Experience: Previous experience working with vulnerable adolescents in an educational or support setting is essential.
* Self-Regulation Strategies: Strong understanding of self-regulation strategies.
* Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Rapport Building: Ability to build rapport and trust with vulnerable students.
* Calm and Patient: A calm and patient demeanour with a positive and encouraging attitude.
* Professionalism: Strong sense of professionalism, responsibility, and confidentiality.
* Observational Skills: Ability to observe and document behaviours accurately.
Requirements: * Experience: Proven experience working with children in a school or support environment.
* DBS Check: Must have a DBS on the update service.
Join our supportive team and make a meaningful difference in the life of a young student. If you are passionate about helping students develop the skills they need to succeed, we would love to hear from you.