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ROLE SUMMARY:We are seeking a compassionate, patient, and observant 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a 7-year-old Elementary student. This role requires an empathetic, adaptable individual dedicated to helping students with specific learning needs reach their potential. The ideal candidate will bring a positive approach, encouraging small achievements to build the student's confidence.
Experience supporting students with learning difficulties such as dyslexia, dyscalculia, or attention challenges is highly desirable, though candidates with general school experience and an interest in learning support are welcome. Key skills include maintaining focus, promoting positive communication, and reinforcing behaviours like hand-raising and following instructions.
A foundational understanding of phonics and numeracy, especially early literacy and numeracy programmes, would be beneficial. Training in multi-sensory learning and attention management strategies is also advantageous. The role demands flexibility, commitment, and a willingness to tailor learning approaches to the student's unique needs.
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:Experience working with students at Primary School ageExperience of working in teams and collaboration with othersHold an EU passport or have already obtained the right to be employed in ItalyKnowledge and skills in ICT literacyThe person appointed will be expected to begin work immediately, following the provision of a criminal records check, which will need to be completed as part of our safer recruitment and child safeguarding policies.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:A compassionate, patient, and empathetic approach, fostering a supportive and positive learning environment for the studentExperience working with children in a school setting, ideally including support for students with learning disabilities such as dyslexia, dyscalculia, or attention-related challengesConfidence in behaviour management, including strategies to help students remain focused and engage in tasks (training can be provided if needed)Knowledge or willingness to learn multi-sensory teaching methods to support literacy and numeracy skills, such as using visual, auditory, and kinesthetic techniques to reinforce learningFamiliarity or openness to using early literacy programmes, such as Read Write Inc. or Toe by Toe, and numeracy programmes that build foundational skills, such as counting and place value (training available)An understanding of phonics, early reading skills, and phonemic awareness, along with the ability to guide the student in using decoding and spelling strategiesSkills in communication and building positive relationships, ensuring the student feels understood and supported with empathy and patienceAn encouraging and motivational attitude to boost the student's confidence and celebrate progress, however smallFlexibility and adaptability, with a willingness to adjust teaching approaches to meet the evolving needs of the studentDetail-oriented and organised, able to track the student's progress and help reinforce specific academic and behavioural targetsSAFEGUARDING STATEMENT:Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
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