eTeach UK Limited • Teynham ME9 9EA
About this role
Job Title
One to One -Teaching Assistant - Progress Engagement Guide (PEG)
Contract type
Full-Time
Salary
£22,070.80
Contract term
Term Time only - Fixed Term
Hours
(35 hours) 8.15am - 3.45 Monday - Friday
Benefits
Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme
Start Date
ASAP
Location
ISP Teynham School, Teynham
Are you a passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant with a deep understanding of early years frameworks and curriculum development? Do you thrive in a nurturing and specialized educational environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of children with complex needs? If so, we would love to hear from you!
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our small and supportive team. You will play a crucial role in providing a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for our children.
About Us
ISP Whitstable is a small, specialized SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) Primary school provision dedicated to supporting children with complex needs and challenging behaviours. Our school is a safe and nurturing environment where well-trained, supportive staff use therapeutic and holistic approaches to provide an engaging and inspiring learning experience tailored to each child's individual journey.
Key Responsibilities
* Dedicated to mentoring and supporting one pupil or a small group
* Support the delivery of engaging and effective lessons in line with early years frameworks and curriculum development.
* Building positive relationships with your children and driving interaction and positive learning outcomes.
* Reporting on children' progress and concerns and liaising with other school staff to ensure children' needs are met.
* Supervision of children during non-classroom time, including extra-curricular activities and school trips.
* Assisting with lesson planning and classroom preparation.
* Setting work where appropriate and marking.
* Implement attachment and trauma-informed strategies to support children' social, emotional, and mental health needs.
* Participate in school events, extracurricular activities, and staff meetings as required.
Qualifications and Skills
* A relevant qualification in education or a related field (e.g., Level 3 Teaching Assistant Diploma).
* Previous experience working with children, preferably in an educational setting.
* Strong understanding of early years frameworks and curriculum development.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for working with children with complex needs.
* The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
* A proactive and flexible approach to work.
Teaching and Learning
An ISP PEG is expected to…
* give teaching and learning the highest priority and develop relevant strategies to support the work of the teacher
* promote inclusion by encouraging participation of all children in learning and extra-curricular activities
* use effective behaviour management strategies consistently in line with the school's policies
* communicate effectively and sensitively with children to adapt to their needs and support their learning
* maintain a stimulating and safe learning environment by organising and managing physical teaching space and resources
Working with Others
An ISP PEG is expected to…
* Recognise and respect the role and contribution of other professionals, parents and carers by liaising effectively and working in partnership with them.
* Understand their role in order to be able to work collaboratively with classroom teachers and other colleagues
* Communicate their knowledge and understanding of children to other school staff and professionals, so that informed decision making can take place on intervention and provision.
What we offer
* A commitment to support your development in acquiring new skills through a wide range of professional opportunities
* An opportunity to make a huge contribution to the lives and lifelong learning of vulnerable children who deserve high quality teaching in a safe educational provision
* A friendly and inclusive team who are passionate about improving pupil outcomes