SEN Teaching Assistant

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Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs? At Teaching Personnel, the UK’s leading education recruitment agency, we pride ourselves on providing schools with exceptional staffing solutions and matching talented individuals with their dream careers.

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant (Secondary School)

• Location: Poole
• Type: Full-Time (Part-Time Considered, 4 days a week)
• Hours: 8:30am to 3:15pm

We are currently recruiting for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support a student within a Secondary School's SEN provision in Poole. This rewarding role involves working one-on-one with a student who is wheelchair-bound and has additional needs, including Autism. The student is currently working at a Key Stage 1 level and requires assistance with both academic tasks and Personal Care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored support to the student across all aspects of their learning and personal development.
• Assist with Personal Care, always ensuring the student’s comfort and dignity.
• Implement strategies to support the student’s needs, working closely with the SEN team and teaching staff.
• Foster a positive and inclusive environment, helping the student engage with their peers and school activities.

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience in SEN, particularly with Autism and Personal Care.
• Background in Care or experience working in specialist SEN provisions is highly desirable.
• Compassionate, patient, and committed to making a positive impact.
• Ability to work full-time or part-time, depending on your availability.

This is an incredible opportunity to join a school that values its staff and students, and to be part of a team that truly makes a difference. If you have the specialist skills and a heart for supporting young people, we want to hear from you!

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