Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about supporting children with behavioural needs? Do you have experience working with pupils with SEND or challenging behaviour? A welcoming and inclusive mainstream primary school in Walton-on-Thames is seeking a dedicated and resilient Teaching Assistant to join their team as soon as possible. The Role:You will work closely with class teachers and the SEND team to support pupils with behavioural challenges on a 1:1 or small group basis. This role is pivotal in helping students engage positively with learning and school life. Key Responsibilities: Supporting students with behavioural and emotional needs Implementing behaviour support strategies under the guidance of the SENCo Assisting in classroom activities and maintaining a safe, positive environment Building trusting relationships with students and staff Contributing to individual support plans and feedback reports Ideal Candidate: Experience supporting children with SEND and/or behavioural difficulties Calm, empathetic and consistent in approach Able to use initiative and adapt to the needs of the pupils A team player with strong communication skills Available to start immediately Ability to commute to Walton-on-Thames Start Date: ASAPContract: September (Long-Term Supply)Hours: 8:30-3:30 Monday-Friday (some flexibility possible)Location: Mainstream Primary School, Walton-on-ThamesPay: Competitive, based on experience Assistant Assistant Assistant Assistant and Training and Training and Training ..... full job details .....