Individual Needs Assistant

A primary school in Steyning are currently looking for a full time Individual Needs Assistant with SEN experience to start with them in October until the end of the academic year. The school are looking for someone with experience working with children with Autism and challenging behaviours. The ideal candidate will have a background working within mainstream or SEN schools and available to start in October. If you have special educational needs experience, we would love to hear from you!

Hours: Monday – Friday 8.30-3.30pm

The Applicant:

• Level 2/3 teaching assistant or relevant teaching assistant experience.
• Will have relevant SEN experience within an education setting or from home or care work
• Knowledge and experience of primary curriculum
• Be well versed in behaviour management strategies.
• Be nurturing and caring.
• Grace C or above in Maths and English
• Will have excellent communication skills (non-verbal skills desired but not essential).

Responsibilities:

• Working as general Teaching assistant
• Working 1-1 helping to reach appropriate, related targets.
• Leading small group sessions promoting key skills needed within general lessons.
• Assisting within the classroom behaviour where needed.
• Communicating effectively with parents and staff.

Benefits of working for Teaching Personnel:

We are the UK’S leading education recruitment agency providing quality staffing, tutoring and supply across the UK. The benefits of working with TP include:

• Access to our CPD academy
• Access to an experienced education consultant to assist with career development
• Refer a friend scheme - £50 per referral
• Access to our TP application making it easy to update your availability, access timesheets and payslips

About the School

A happy caring and vibrant school close to the station where the school prides themselves on strong relationships with their children and families. The school aims to support self-esteem, confidence, and curiosity.

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