Job Description

Salary upto 26,500 per year depending on experience and qualifications.

Working hours 8.30 am to 4.30 pm Monday to Friday

About us

Falcons Learning is a small business in Goole, DN14 6TL. We are professional, agile, and our goal is to Provide a bespoke and high quality education to meet the needs of learners with Social Emotional and Mental Health barriers to learning, Working closely with partner agencies and families to support the best success for students.

Our work environment includes:

Modern office setting Food provided
Join our dynamic and forward-thinking independent school as a Teaching Assistant! We are seeking an experienced and dedicated professional to help, inspire, and educate our students in their education package up to Level 2. If you are passionate supporting teaching and learning and have experience as a teaching assistant of support worker, this is an excellent opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young learners.

Responsibilities:

Duties and responsibilities Supporting pupils Build positive relationships with pupils, promoting high self-esteem and independence Adapt communication style to respond to pupils according to their individual needs Support pupils with their social, emotional and mental health needs, escalating concerns where appropriate Promote high standards of behaviour, responding to incidents in line with the school's behaviour policy and guidelines on physical intervention Assist with the development and delivery of individual education and support plans

Teaching and learning

Contribute to the planning of differentiated learning activities for individual or small groups of pupils with special educational needs (SEN), delivering activities inside or outside the classroom Support the teaching of a broad and balanced curriculum aimed at pupils achieving their full potential in all areas of learning Use IT skills to advance pupils' learning Through observations, provide regular feedback to teachers on pupil progress, attainment and barriers to learning Support class teachers with maintaining good order and discipline among pupils, managing behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment Monitor, record and report on progress and attainment Supervise a class if the teacher is temporarily unavailable Contribute to the overall ethos, aims and work of the school Undertake any other relevant duties given by the class teacher or SEN co-ordinator (SENCO)

Working with staff, parents/carers and relevant professionals

Share knowledge and understanding of pupils to other school staff and education, health and social care professionals, so that informed decision making can take place on intervention and provision Communicate effectively with parents and carers under the direction of teachers Contribute to meetings with parents and carers by providing feedback on pupil progress, attainment and barriers to learning, as directed by teachers Collaborate and work with colleagues and other relevant professionals within and beyond the school Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues

Professional development

Help keep their own knowledge and understanding relevant and up to date by reflecting on their own practice, liaising with school leaders, and identifying relevant professional development to improve personal effectiveness Take opportunities to build the appropriate skills, qualifications, and/or experience needed for the role, with support from the school Take part in the school's appraisal procedures

Requirements:

Basic understanding of child development and learning. An understanding of special educational needs. Understanding of the importance of forming and maintaining appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with young people. Experience of supporting young people with challenging behaviour.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Excellent communication skills (oral and written) and effective interpersonal skills. Excellent organisational and administrative skills. Able to work accurately towards targets and deadlines. Be able to present information effectively, verbally and in writing to others (for formal SEN reviews etc.)

PERSONAL QUALITIES

Have emotional resilience in working with challenging behaviours. Ability to communicate effectively with learners from a wide range of abilities. Flexible approach and positive attitude towards work Ability to adapt to changes in the workplace Committed to inclusion. Having proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practises of Falcons Learning. Evaluate and challenge your own practise, values and beliefs. Demonstrate Positive attitudes, values and behaviours. To develop and sustain effective relationships with the school community. Having regard for the need to safeguard pupils' wellbeing by following statutory guidance along with school policies and practise. Value and promote social and cultural diversity, equality of opportunity and inclusion. Build positive and collaborative relationships with colleagues and learners. Willingness to undertake relevant training and identify own development needs Committed to ongoing CPD and Professional development.

Preferred Qualifications:

Level two or higher qualification in Supporting Learning or a related field. Experience in an independent school or similar setting. English and Mathematics qualification at Level 2 or undertake to complete this within the first 12 months of appointment.
How to Apply: If you are passionate about supporting young people to achieve their potential, we want to hear from you! To apply for this exciting opportunity, please Contact Falcons Learning on georgiawash@falconslearning.com for an application form.

Falcons Learning is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Join our team of dedicated educators and inspire the next generation!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 26,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Canteen Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Employee mentoring programme Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Private dental insurance Private medical insurance Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:

Goole: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person