SEN Teaching Assistant
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SEN Support Assistant to work in a Primary School
Teaching personnel are seeking a SEN Support Assistant to work full time in their Primary School with a Year 3 Pupil with PMLD.
Working as a Special Educational Needs (SEN) support assistant for a Year 3 pupil with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD) is both a challenging and rewarding role. Here are some key aspects to consider before applying for the position:
1. Understanding PMLD
Pupils with PMLD often have significant physical disabilities, sensory impairments, and learning needs. Your role will include:
- Supporting the child with communication, mobility, and interaction.
- Assisting with personal care (feeding, toileting, dressing).
- Working with other professionals (speech therapists, occupational therapists) to implement tailored education and care plans.
2. Creating an Inclusive Learning Environment
- Modify lessons and activities to suit the pupil’s abilities.
- Use sensory materials and multi-sensory approaches to engage the child.
- Ensure accessibility by adapting classroom spaces and resources.
3. Collaboration with Teachers and Parents
- Work closely with the class teacher to adapt lessons.
- Regular communication with parents to track progress.
- Attend multi-disciplinary team meetings to discuss the child’s development.
4. Emotional and Behavioural Support
- Help the pupil with emotional regulation.
- Use positive reinforcement and patience to manage challenging behaviors.
- Develop trusting relationships for effective support.
5. Training and Development
- Be open to ongoing professional development, such as attending SEN and safeguarding training.
- Learn to use specialized equipment (hoists, communication aids).
If you are interested in pursuing this role, then please apply and attach your CV.
We look forward to hearing from you!
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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