Teaching Assistant – Supporting a Child with Cerebral Palsy

Job title:

Teaching Assistant – Supporting a Child with Cerebral Palsy

Company

Randstad

Job description

Teaching Assistant – Supporting a Child with Cerebral Palsy – Forest RowMake a Difference in a Child’s LifeA primary school in Forest Row is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant to provide one-on-one support for a child with Cerebral Palsy. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in a child’s learning journey.About the Role:

• Mornings Only: Work Monday to Friday, 8:30am-12:30pm (flexible hours may be considered).
• Jan Start: Start date is January 2024.
• Individualised Support: Provide one-on-one support to a child with Cerebral Palsy, adapting your approach to meet their individual needs and promote their development.
• Term-Time Only: Work until the end of the academic year (July 2024).

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with children: While experience with Cerebral Palsy is ideal, we welcome applications from candidates who have experience working with children with diverse needs or have a strong foundation in supporting children’s learning and development.
• Strong Interpersonal and Communication Skills: The ability to build a positive relationship with the child, communicate effectively, and create a trusting and nurturing environment.
• Patience and Empathy: A calm and understanding nature to support the child’s learning and emotional needs.
• Adaptability and Flexibility: The willingness to learn new approaches and adapt teaching strategies to meet the child’s specific requirements.
• Commitment to Inclusion: An understanding of how to create an inclusive classroom environment that celebrates individual differences.
• A Positive and Encouraging Attitude: A willingness to inspire and support the child’s progress.
• Relevant qualifications in education, childcare, or working with children with disabilities are advantageous but not essential.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

To Apply:Please submit your CV to claire.watson@randstad.co.uk or contact us at 01293 527416 to discuss your interest in this rewarding role.Randstad Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references are required for this role.

Expected salary

Location

Crawley, West Sussex

Job date

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 23:57:34 GMT

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