Classroom Support Assistant (One Year Fixed Term)

A Classroom Support Assistant is required to provide one-to-one assistance for a child needing additional support in the early years of primary education in a mainstream independent school. Hours are 8.15am to 4.00pm Monday to Friday during term time. Commitment to a one year contract is preferred.

On a daily basis you will be expected to review their academic and behavioural targets and support them to achieve these. In addition, there are a variety of activities out of the classroom which will require support and encouragement. A willingness to join in with wider school activities as they arise is critical.

Direction will be taken from the Class Teacher and the child’s wider support team. The individual will be very much part of a home/school team and therefore the ability to build and maintain professional relationships is vital.

Ongoing training will be provided and you will have the opportunity to gain first hand professional experience whilst making a significant difference to the child’s learning and development.

The key to success will be:

• High and consistent levels of self-motivation and enthusiasm; enabling you to foster these qualities in the supported child and maximise their engagement, focus and concentration.
• The ability to gauge the right balance between supporting and empowering the child; helping them to develop independence, make progress and manage their own behaviour.
• A calm and consistent approach to behaviour management.

Hourly rate: Dependent upon experience

Desirable but not essential experience: Working with children in an educational setting and or experience working with children with behavioural needs or physical disabilities.

Other: Job offer will be subject to interview, PVG clearance and references