One to One -Teaching Assistant

Join Our Team as a One-to-One Teaching Assistant - Progress Engagement Guide (PEG)

Contract Type: Full-Time

Salary: £22,070.80

Contract Term: Term Time Only - Fixed Term

Hours: 35 hours (8:15 AM - 3:45 PM, Monday - Friday)

Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme

Start Date: ASAP

Location: ISP Teynham School, Teynham

Are You Ready to Make a Difference?

Are you a passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant with a deep understanding of early years frameworks and curriculum development? Do you thrive in a nurturing and specialized educational environment where you can truly impact the lives of children with complex needs? If so, we want to hear from you!

About Us

At ISP Whitstable, we are a small, specialized SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) Primary school dedicated to supporting children with complex needs and challenging behaviors. Our nurturing environment is where well-trained, supportive staff use therapeutic and holistic approaches to create engaging and inspiring learning experiences tailored to each child's unique journey.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Mentor and support one pupil or a small group, fostering a positive learning environment.
• Deliver engaging lessons aligned with early years frameworks and curriculum development.
• Build strong relationships with children to drive interaction and positive learning outcomes.
• Report on children's progress and concerns, collaborating with other staff to meet their needs.
• Supervise children during non-classroom time, including extracurricular activities and school trips.
• Assist with lesson planning and classroom preparation.
• Set work and mark assignments where appropriate.
• Implement attachment and trauma-informed strategies to support children's social, emotional, and mental health needs.
• Participate in school events, extracurricular activities, and staff meetings as required.

Qualifications and Skills

• A relevant qualification in education or a related field (e.g., Level 3 Teaching Assistant Diploma).
• Previous experience working with children, preferably in an educational setting.
• Strong understanding of early years frameworks and curriculum development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for working with children with complex needs.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A proactive and flexible approach to work.

Teaching and Learning Expectations

As an ISP PEG, you will:

• Prioritize teaching and learning, developing strategies to support the teacher's work.
• Promote inclusion by encouraging participation in learning and extracurricular activities.
• Use effective behavior management strategies consistently in line with school policies.
• Communicate effectively and sensitively with children to adapt to their needs.
• Maintain a stimulating and safe learning environment by organizing and managing physical teaching space and resources.

Collaboration with Others

As an ISP PEG, you will:

• Recognize and respect the contributions of other professionals, parents, and carers, working in partnership with them.
• Understand your role to collaborate effectively with classroom teachers and colleagues.
• Communicate your knowledge of children to inform decision-making on interventions and provisions.

What We Offer

• A commitment to support your development through a wide range of professional opportunities.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives and lifelong learning of vulnerable children.
• A friendly and inclusive team passionate about improving pupil outcomes.