Graduate KS2 Teaching Assistant

Are you a Graduate of Psychology, Education or related subject, and considering a career in Primary or SEN Teaching?

Does experience as a Graduate KS2 Teaching Assistant in a Primary school environment sound like the perfect stepping-stone?

Would you relish working with SEN children in Yr3-6 to support their academic and pastoral development?

A friendly, caring Primary school in central Newcastle are looking for 2 Graduate KS2 Teaching Assistant candidates, looking to start from May 2025. As a Graduate KS2 Teaching Assistant, you will work 1:1 and in small groups with SEN children. You will be instrumental in supporting their academic and pastoral development, including helping them prepare for their SATs exams. You will work with children with complex needs including acute ASD, ADHD and other learning difficulties on a daily basis, running small-group sessions and activities to help them access learning.

Graduate KS2 Teaching Assistant - Job Specification

• Graduate KS2 Teaching Assistant
• Mon-Fri, 8.30am-3.30pm with a 30 minute break
• Daily rate (paid weekly) - £100 per day
• Work closely with SEN children aged 7-11 years old - ASD, ADHD, other complex Learning Difficulties
• Support SEN children in-class, as well as in small groups and 1:1
• Tailor activities to best support your 1:1 child academically and pastorally
• Start May 2025

Graduate KS2 Teaching Assistant - Character Specification

• Graduate in Psychology, Education or a similar subject - 2.1 or above (essential)
• Previous experience in tutoring, babysitting or working with Primary-aged children (desirable)
• Dedication to working with SEN children in Yr3-6 in a Primary school setting
• Aspirations to train as a Primary or SEN Teacher, Educational Psychologist or similar
• Reilient to challenging verbal and physical behaviours
• Patience when working with children is crucial
• Strong Primary-level academic understand, in order to support with SATs exam preparation

The school is part of a well-established Trust, and ensuring children are supported to achieve their potential is the school's main focus. They strive for high levels of progress among their pupils, and promoting wellbeing among all children. It is key that any staff deployed are inkeeping with this ethos. As a Graduate KS2 Teaching Assistant, you will be a role model, and instrumental in setting the best example to inspire a love of education and an atmosphere of learning.

The supportive school is located in central Newcastle, and has excellent transport links in the city. It is very near the Metro line, and well-connected with shops and residential areas nearby. The Headteacher is seeking 2 candidates to work with their KS2 year groups, from May 2025.

If this role sounds like the ideal next step towards your dream career in Education, please send your CV to Imogen at KPI Education.

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