SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel are currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Special Education Needs Teaching Assistant to join our team, to work in secondary schools in and around Newport. As a Special Needs Teaching Assistant, you will work with children who have a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), helping them to achieve their full potential both academically and socially. Your responsibilities will include working closely with student/s providing individualised support and implementing tailored strategies for learners with varying needs.

Location: Newport

Job Type: Monday – Friday, 8:30 - 15:30

Start Date: Immediate

 Pay: £12.90 per hour, dependent on experience.

Key Responsibilities

-          Provide one-on-one and small group support to students, reinforcing learning objectives and facilitating participation in class activities.

-          Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with students, parents and staff.

-          Implement strategies that address the physical, emotional, or academic challenges faced by each student.

-          Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teachers and parents as needed.

-          Ensure the pupil is kept safe, with an inclusive and stimulating environment.

-         Participate in training and professional development sessions related to Autism, ADHD and other additional needs.

Qualifications

-          Experience working with children, particularly those with SEN is not a requirement but is preferred.

-          Enhanced DBS and Educational Workforce Council (EWC) registration – Teaching Personnel can assist you with applying for these.

-          Right to work in the UK, ensuring compliance with legal regulations.

If you feel like this is the perfect role for you, please click apply now and attach a most recent copy of your CV.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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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.
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