1:1 SEMH Teaching Assistant - Primary
Hackney
£95 - £100 per day PAYE
Monday - Friday (full time)
Parker Smith Inclusion are working in partnership with a mainstream primary located in Hackney with easy transport links from Piccadily Line & Great Northern Overgound, they require a Teaching Assistant to support a Year 5 male learner that has recently moved to the school from an alternative provision due to social, emotinal, mental health needs.
This learner has a diagnosis of autism, is learning behind age related expectations, but have strengths in maths/numbers and also love reading the book series they're into! The learner also presents behaviour that challenges such as demand avoidance, leaving the classroom and when triggered can show dysregulated behaviours, however once you get to know the student the triggers can be easily avoided to reduce the dysregulated moments.
About the School
This is a welcoming, vibrant and community-focused primary school with a strong emphasis on individuality, mutual respect and creating a family-like atmosphere. The school prides itself on getting to know everyone as an individual, with all staff and pupils using first names to help create a friendly, approachable and inclusive environment. There is no school uniform, allowing children the freedom to express themselves and celebrate their individuality.
The school offers a rich and varied curriculum, with plenty of opportunities for learning beyond the classroom. Pupils benefit from Forest School sessions from Nursery through to Year 2, Spanish lessons from Nursery to Year 6. Learning is brought to life through regular educational trips and experiences, with pupils enjoying at least two curriculum-linked visits every half term. The school also places great importance on developing pupils' confidence, independence and sense of belonging, encouraging children to take on responsibilities and leadership roles within the wider school community.
There is also a fantastic range of extracurricular opportunities, including breakfast club and an extended after-school provision available until 6pm.
Overall, this is a school that celebrates individuality, encourages curiosity and places relationships, community and enriching learning experiences at the heart of everything it does.
If you are interested in this particular role I'd love to have a chat with you to arrange a school visit and trial day to see if you are the best member of staff to support this young learner.
Get in touch with Elise @ Parker Smith Inclusion, 0203 011 4848, elise.harnwell@psinclusion.co.uk