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Teaching Assistant Needed in Bournemouth!

Jon Title: Teaching Assistant

Location: Bournemouth

Contract type: Full time / Part time

Salary: £12.82 - £14.72 per hour

Start Date: Immediate

Are you passionate about supporting the development of vulnerable young people? Are you eager to begin a fulfilling career in special education? GSL Education are seeking a dedicated individual to join as a Teaching Assistant in a local school based in Bournemouth.

About the School:
The school seeks an enthusiastic individual to embark on a career in special education, supporting vulnerable young people of Key Stage 1 and 2 with social, emotional, and mental health needs. The role involves assisting teachers in class small classroom setting, focusing on their learning, wellbeing, and behaviour. Training and induction programs are provided to nurture growth and success, making this an ideal opportunity for someone with drive but lacking experience. The successful candidate will thrive in a supportive, team-oriented environment and possess resilience, interpersonal skills, and a sense of humour.

About the Role:
As a Teaching Assistant, you will have a range of responsibilities aimed at supporting the learning, wellbeing, and positive behaviour of our pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs.

Your duties will include:

Support classroom activities under the teacher's guidance.
Assist students with learning tasks and ensure comprehension.
Foster positive relationships and encourage student wellbeing.
Implement behaviour management strategies.
Maintain a tidy and organised classroom environment.
Provide individualised support to students with specific needs.
Keep accurate records of student progress and behaviour.
Collaborate with teachers and support staff.
Participate in professional development opportunities.
Communicate effectively with colleagues and parents.
Ideal Candidate: GSL Education are seeking a compassionate and adaptable individual with the following qualities:

A deep comprehension of the diverse needs associated with Mental Health, Anxiety, and Behaviour.
An ability to adapt teaching methods to meet the unique requirements of individual students, particularly those facing mental health challenges.
A patient and understanding approach, when facing challenging behaviour.
A proactive and open mindset, working in a multidisciplinary team.
Please submit your CV ASAP!

To work with GSL Education as a Teaching Assistant, you should:

Have the right to work in the UK.
Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

For more information, please contact Elliott Dawson at GSL Education as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education as a Teaching Assistant, please apply via the application link or visit (url removed) to apply online