Qualified Teaching Assistant

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An opportunity has arisen for a Qualified Teaching Assistant to work within a Medium sized Primary School situated within Caerphilly. The position is confirmed on a long-term basis with the role involving 1:1 support to children with learning and behavioural needs.

The school prides themselves on having an inclusive and supportive environment for both staff and pupils. The leadership team have a clear message and ethos to improve pupils’ social, cultural and moral development.

This role is confirmed full-time and long term with interviews commencing over the next couple of weeks.

Duties relating to the role include but are not limited to:

• Supporting a pupil or a small group of children on a 1:1 basis.
• Support pupils with behavioural issues.
• Working closely as part of a team.
• Creating and maintaining a safe, interactive and engaging learning environment for the pupils.
• Assisting teachers and other teaching assistants with day-to-day duties in the classroom.
• Supporting the Class Teacher with planned activities and sessions.

To be successful in this role, it is necessary that you have extensive experience working with children who present behavioural and learning difficulties. You must be at least a Level 3 qualified Teaching Assistant with experience working on a 1:1 basis with children who present learning difficulties.

Some key attributes required will be for you to be enthusiastic, respectful, dedicated and have a caring persona. Additional relevant skills include being reliable and providing a calm response whilst in the classroom. Good time management skills are also necessary for the role.

What you’ll get in return:

• You will be paid a competitive daily wage of £85 -£100 per day.
• You will receive free, Estyn recommended safeguarding training.
• You will enjoy working in a variety of secondary schools.
• Work in a well-respected primary school in Caerphilly.

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