Supply Teaching Assistant

Job description

Supply Teaching Assistant

Location: Hillingdon
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Supply / Full-Time – 5 Days per Week

About the Role

We are currently seeking enthusiastic, reliable and adaptable Supply Teaching Assistants to join our team and work across a variety of mainstream and SEN schools in Hillingdon and the surrounding areas.

This role is ideal for a Teaching Assistant who enjoys variety and is confident adapting to different school environments, age groups and pupil needs. As a Supply Teaching Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work within different classrooms, supporting pupils and teachers while gaining valuable experience across a range of educational settings.

You may be supporting pupils on a one-to-one basis, in small groups or as part of the wider classroom, depending on the needs of each school. In SEN settings, you may work with pupils who have a range of additional needs, including autism, ADHD, communication and learning difficulties, social and emotional needs, or complex needs. Experience within SEN is desirable, but full training and support can be provided depending on the setting.

In mainstream schools, you will work alongside class teachers to support pupils with their learning, encourage positive behaviour and help ensure that all children are able to engage fully in classroom activities.

As a supply member of staff, flexibility and adaptability are essential. You will need to be comfortable working in different schools and able to quickly establish positive relationships with pupils and staff. You must also be available to work Monday to Friday, 5 days per week, providing schools with consistent and reliable support.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant, an aspiring teacher, or someone looking to develop their career within education while gaining experience across both mainstream and SEN environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils with their learning across the curriculum

• Work with individuals, small groups and whole classes where required

• Provide additional support to pupils with SEN and additional needs

• Assist teachers with classroom preparation and organisation

• Promote positive behaviour and support pupils' social and emotional development

• Help create a stimulating, inclusive and supportive learning environment

• Adapt to different schools, classrooms and teaching environments

• Support pupils during playtimes, lunchtimes and school activities as required

• Follow school policies and safeguarding procedures

• Build positive relationships with pupils and school staff

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Previous experience working with children in a school, nursery or education setting is desirable

• Experience supporting pupils with SEN/additional needs is advantageous

• A caring, patient, adaptable and proactive approach

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• The ability to quickly build positive relationships with pupils and staff

• A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and wellbeing

• The flexibility to work across mainstream and SEN schools

• Availability to work 5 days per week, Monday to Friday

• Relevant qualifications, such as Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, are desirable but not essential

• A DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one

We Offer

• Regular supply work across local mainstream and SEN schools

• The opportunity to gain experience across different school settings

• Flexible and varied working environments

• Opportunities for professional development and training

• Support from an experienced education recruitment team

• The opportunity to make a real difference to children's education and development

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