Teaching Assistant | 1:1 Challenging Behaviour | Harrow

Do you have experience working with children with challenging behaviour? Do you have an assertive but patient approach to teaching and development?

Ortus Recruitment are looking to recruit a resilient and proactive individual to take on the fulfilling role of a Year 2 Teaching Assistant to support and encourage a child who exhibits challenging behaviour.

**Candidates must be able to commit to a long-term and full-time role (Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 4.00pm)**

The role:

The successful individual will have a firm but fair approach and will be passionate about aiding in the academic, social and emotional development of children with additional needs.

You will be expected to work on a 1:1 basis with the child as well as Teaching Assistant responsibilities such as managing classroom behaviour, keeping the classroom organised and leading interventions in small groups.

**Individuals with mentoring experience or with behaviour management experience in a school setting will be ideal!**

Main Expectations:

• Strong behaviour management
• Experience working with SEN children
• Strong numeracy/literacy skills
• Knowledge of the KS1 curriculum
• Must be able to provide: an enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply for one through Ortus Recruitment), proof of Right to Work in the UK and 2 references

Benefits:

• Excellent rates of pay
• Continuous support and advice from experienced specialist consultants
• PAYE payments – No Umbrella Company Fees
• Potential for career progression and teacher training in partnership with the school
• Good opportunities for CPD
• Generous referral scheme

** The school is looking for an immediate start so apply today to be considered for the role! **