Unqualified Teaching Assistant

Job Title: KS2 Teaching Assistant
Location: Liverpool, Merseyside
Hours: 8:30 am - 3:00 pm
Salary: From £96 per day
Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children? Are you seeking a rewarding opportunity to support and nurture students within a Primary School environment? If so, Spencer Clarke Group invites you to join our client school as a Teaching Assistant.
About the School: Our client is a fantastic Primary School located in Liverpool, providing specialised education for children in Key Stage 2. The school is committed to catering to the unique needs of students with varying levels of need. With a supportive and inclusive approach, the school creates an environment that fosters growth, learning, and personal development.
Responsibilities: As a Teaching Assistant, your primary responsibility will be to provide support and assistance to students within the classroom setting. Working closely with the teaching staff, you will contribute to the student's overall well-being and academic progress. Your duties may include:

Assisting in the implementation of individualised education plans (IEPs) for students.
Supporting students in their day-to-day activities, including academic tasks, personal care, and social interaction.
Encouraging positive behaviour and fostering a safe and inclusive learning environment.
Collaborating with the teaching team to create engaging and interactive lessons tailored to individual student needs.
Monitoring and recording student progress, providing feedback to teachers and parents/guardians as required.
Assisting with the preparation and organisation of classroom materials and resources.
Requirements:

Previous experience in support work, care, or a professional service (Police, Military, Door person) setting is highly desirable.
A genuine passion for working with children and an understanding of their unique needs.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with students, colleagues, and parents/guardians.
Patience, empathy, and a nurturing approach to supporting student's development.
Flexibility and adaptability to work within a dynamic and ever-changing educational environment.
A proactive and positive attitude, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Benefits:

Competitive salary based on experience.
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students with autism.
Supportive and inclusive working environment.
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
Possibility for career progression within the organisation.
If you are looking for a fulfilling role as a Teaching Assistant and are passionate about helping children with autism reach their full potential, we would love to hear from you.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy

Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
You must have legal right to work in the UK
You must be willing to attend a registration interview
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £96 per day
Benefits:

Canteen
Casual dress
Discounted or free food
Free parking
On-site parking

Schedule:

Day shift
Monday to Friday
No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

Liverpool, Merseyside: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

Do you have a notice period to work? If so, how long is it?

Experience:

SEN: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

DBS Certificate (preferred)

Work Location: In person