General Primary Teaching Assistant - Leicester

General Primary Teaching Assistant - Leicester
Location: Leicester City Centre
Salary Scale: �76 - �85 per day
Start Date:�Immediately�
Contract Type: Full-Time
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GSL Education, Leicester City Centre is currently looking for a General Primary�Teaching Assistant for an Alternative Provision in Leicester City Centre. As a General Primary Teaching Assistant, you will work directly with the class teachers across Key Stages 1 and 2, working with small groups of identified students and those with additional need.�
About The School:

• The school strives to assist students in overcoming barriers to learning and developing virtuous habits and valuable attitudes.
• The goal of the school is to give young people the tools they need to overcome learning obstacles in the future so they can succeed in society.
• Many of the enrolled students have an EHCP for additional educational or neurodevelopmental requirements including ADHD and autism.
• The curriculum at the school is flexible, allowing teachers to fill in knowledge gaps among students and cater to everyone's needs, including those with education, health and care plan targets.
• The primary objective of the institution is to provide children and adolescents who require support in social, emotional, and mental well-being with a top-tier education. This includes creating pathways for achievement and enhanced life competencies, ultimately heightening the likelihood of their reintegration into standard classrooms. Additionally, the institution aims to foster a constructive and enduring impact within their community.

General Primary Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:

• The successful candidate will collaborate with the class teachers, the SENCO, and outside organizations to promote exceptional educational delivery.
• The key to the job role will be developing relationships with young people and fostering an inclusive atmosphere for them.
• Working directly with the class teachers to help students reach their maximum potential by providing support, motivation, and encouragement.
• Create and maintain SEMH friendly classrooms and teaching areas.
• Offer assistance to children and young people within and outside of the classroom.
• Assist in leading group activities, supervising group projects, or helping to facilitate group discussions.
• During group activities, ensure that students stay on task, collaborate effectively, and resolve conflicts if they arise.

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General Primary Teaching Assistant Requirements:

• Candidates should possess prior experience as a General Primary Teaching Assistant or in an Education Practitioner capacity with Primary level students.
• A high level of confidence in managing behaviour within an educational environment, including the use of de-escalation techniques, is expected.
• Familiarity with and knowledge of supplementary needs such as SEMH is essential.
• The ability to swiftly establish positive relationships is highly valued.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are prerequisites.
• Holding an Enhanced DBS - Child or Child and Adult registered with the update service is required. Candidates without this can apply for a new one through GSL Education, with DBS sponsorship opportunities available.

GSL Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
For more information, or to apply for the position of General Primary Teaching Assistant in Leicester City, please contact Jeshma Bharadwa at (url removed) today. Alternatively, please visit (url removed) to apply online, or submit your up-to-date CV via the application link