Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Plymouth
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Contract Type: Full-Time, Temporary with Potential for Long-Term Placement
About Us:
At Teaching Personnel Plymouth, we are proud to partner with schools dedicated to providing outstanding support for children with Special Educational Needs (SEN). Our mission is to empower students by creating an inclusive and supportive environment where every child can reach their full potential.
Role Overview:
We are currently seeking a caring and reliable SEN Teaching Assistant to work with primary-aged children in Plymouth. This role is perfect for someone with experience in SEN settings who can also provide transportation for pupils using their own vehicle. Having business insurance is a requirement for this position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Offer tailored, one-on-one, and group support to SEN primary pupils, promoting their educational and personal development.
- Assist teachers with the preparation and implementation of individualized education plans (IEPs).
- Provide safe and reliable transportation for students to and from school or off-site activities.
- Promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
- Maintain accurate records of student progress and liaise with teaching staff and parents as necessary.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, preferably in an SEN or primary setting.
- Full UK driving license and access to your own vehicle.
- Business insurance for transporting students (mandatory).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage and respond to challenging behaviors with patience and empathy.
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
What We Offer:
- Competitive pay rates, paid weekly.
- Access to high-quality CPD and training programs.
- Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant at Teaching Personnel Plymouth.
- The opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of children in your care.
How to Apply:
If you’re ready to make a difference in the lives of SEN primary pupils and meet the above requirements, we’d love to hear from you! Submit your CV and a brief cover letter to joshua.brown@teachingpersonnel.com or call us on 01752 228900.
Teaching Personnel is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
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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