Teaching Assistant - Staffordshire, United Kingdom - PEAK Audley School

Description

Teaching Assistant:


Who are Peak Education?

• We pride ourselves on delivering bespoke academic packages to SEN children and young adults.
• As well as supporting our students to excel in basic academic lessons, we also offer an array of social enrichment learning through both creative and practical approaches such as cookery, art and music.
• What separates us from other schools is that we also offer an array of vocational studies. We reward our students with outdoor activities, ranging from climbing walls, mountain biking and canoeing at our outdoor centres with our qualified Instructors.
• We are committed to investing in young people to enhance their skills and experiences in the classroom and outdoors.

What the role involves:

• Mentoring, supporting and inspiring learners by supporting them with curriculumbased learning in the classroom and through outdoor activites.
• Managing challenging behaviours, verbal and physical altercations on a regular basis and being able to utilise restraint techniques (full training provided).
• Assisting with the preparation of learning material and contributing to the delivery of learning objectives with a strong focus on behavioural management.
• Daily reports on learners' progress and barriers to learning.
• Interaction with parents/care givers on a regular basis.

What do you need:

• Previous experience working in similar challenging environments would be a distinct advantage, as would a background in youth work, teaching or complaint handling and resolution.
• Due to the nature of the role you must hold a full clean UK driving licence.
• A minimum if A-C in GCSE Maths, English and ICT and have certificates available.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A cando attitude and willingness to get involved both classroom and outdoor activities such as rock climbing, water sports and mountain biking.
• Be a good mentor/role model and be able to engage with learners at their level.

Join us as a Teaching Assistant at our school in Audley and you will receive:

• The Real Living Wage as a minimum
• Full induction and introductory programme
• Fully funded CPD training and NVQ teaching courses.
• Enhanced pay scales that recognise both qualifications and experience
• Enhanced company maternity & paternity pay
• A great employee Benefits programme
• NEST Pension Scheme
• Life assurance

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