Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with English as an Additional Language (EAL) needs? Are you dedicated to providing one-on-one support to help them reach their full potential? If so, Tradewind Recruitment have an exciting opportunity for you at our SEN provision in Barnsley.
Position: EAL Teaching Assistant
Location: Barnsley, South Yorkshire
Contract: Full-time
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
About: The SEN provision is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for students with special educational needs. They are now looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated EAL Teaching Assistant to work on a 1:1 basis with a Year 6 student who requires additional support in their language acquisition and educational journey.
The Role: As an EAL Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in helping our Year 6 student thrive academically and socially. Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing tailored support to the student with EAL needs, helping them to develop their English language skills.
- Assisting the student with classroom tasks and activities, ensuring they can fully engage with the curriculum.
- Creating a nurturing and inclusive environment to boost the student's self-esteem and confidence.
- Collaborating with teachers and SEN specialists to develop and implement individualised learning plans.
- Tracking and documenting the student's progress and reporting to the SEN coordinator.
Requirements: To be successful in this role, you should have:
- Previous experience working with children with EAL needs.
- A passion for supporting students with special educational requirements.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patience and empathy when working with students facing language barriers.
- A willingness to learn and adapt to the specific needs of the student.
What is on offer:
- A supportive and inclusive school environment.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- The opportunity to make a positive impact in the life of a young student.
How to Apply: If you are enthusiastic, compassionate, and ready to help a Year 6 student with EAL needs succeed, Tradewind Recruitment would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and motivation for this role today!
Tradewind Recruitment look forward to hearing from you!
