Therapeutic Teaching & Learning Assistant
Lewisham
£85-£95 per day PAYE

Starfyn Education are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching & Learning Assistant for one of our clients based in Lewisham. The school’s primary need is SEMH but need an individual with support pupils with; co – regulation, leading to self – regulation and the aim being able to cope and learn within a mainstream setting.

Our client is looking for dedicated member to join their team, the successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate a clear understanding of family dynamic and be able to utilise a holistic, trauma responsive approach to develop trusting relationships with
parent/carers, both at the pre- admission and setting in stage.
Utilising a therapeutic approach, you will be supporting pupils through a personalised set of tasks based on their interests and the
curriculum.

The Role:
Days Required – Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 4:30pm (Full-time)
Pay - £85 - £90 per day (weekly pay)
Employment Type – Agency (Either Temporary to Permanent or Ongoing Contract)

The Ideal Candidate will:
To be considered for the role, the desirable candidate will have previous experience of working within a School, College or Provision.
However, we will also consider candidates that have some of the following:

• Childcare Experience – working with children and young people previously (working with children with challenging behaviour complex needs including SEMH.
• Trauma informed training.
• Great interpersonal and communication skills with genuine, caring attitude.
• Promoting pupils educational, physical, cultural, emotional and social well-being.
• Providing appropriate support for the development of communication and independence in preparation for adult life.
• Knowledge of emotion coaching, TEACCH approach, PACE, the theory behind zones of regulation.
• Assist pupils on (1:1 or in groups) with a teacher present.
• Creative, enthusiastic, imaginative and caring approach to children with Special Educational needs & disabilities.
• A willingness to learn and have a genuine enthusiasm to make a difference.

Your Main Duties:

• Supporting pupils learning within the classroom.
• Assist in the management of pupils.
• Recording and evidencing of pupil’s progress.
• Assisting in the preparation& maintenance of learning materials within the classroom environment.
• Assisting with supervising and monitoring pupils during the day including Lunch, break time and other activities.
• Seeking guidance to report any activities or incidents relating to pupils.

As an agency worker you are only paid for the days you have worked. Therefore, you will not be paid during the school holidays. We pay through an Umbrella provider and will uplift your daily rate as to avoid you incurring any costs.

If you are interested in the role described above, please do not hesitate to get in touch with Sam of Starfyn Education’s on 07519763758.