SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistants 

Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in a nurturing, inclusive environment? Join our team to work in a primary SEN school committed to helping every child achieve their full potential.

The role:

As a Teaching Assistant in our primary SEN school, you will play an essential role in providing tailored support to children with a range of additional needs, including autism, learning difficulties, and physical disabilities. Working closely with the class teacher and other professionals, you will help create a positive, engaging, and safe learning environment, ensuring each child feels supported, valued, and encouraged in their educational journey.

Key Responsibilities:

• Classroom Support: Assist the teacher in delivering lessons, providing one-on-one or small group support to children who need extra help with their learning and development.
• Personalised Care: Support children with their personal care, feeding, and mobility needs, ensuring their well-being throughout the school day.
• Learning Engagement: Help students engage with learning activities by using creative and adapted approaches to meet individual needs.
• Collaboration: Work closely with teachers, therapists, and other staff to implement personalised learning plans, behavioural strategies, and care protocols.
• Foster Independence: Encourage children to develop independence, confidence, and social skills, helping them grow both academically and personally.
• Safeguarding: Adhere to the school’s safeguarding policies, ensuring the safety and well-being of all students.

About you:

• Experience with SEN: Previous experience working with children with SEN is highly desirable, though not essential. A compassionate and patient approach is key.
• Caring and Positive Attitude: A nurturing, calm, and positive attitude, with a passion for helping children overcome challenges.
• Adaptability and Initiative: Flexibility in working with children of different abilities, and the ability to adapt teaching methods to suit their individual needs.
• Team Player: Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a supportive team.
• Willingness to Learn: A proactive approach to learning new skills and strategies for supporting children with SEN.

Why join us?

• Rewarding Work: Make a lasting difference in the lives of children with SEN, helping them reach their potential.
• Supportive Environment: Be part of a caring and experienced team that values collaboration and development.
• Professional Development: Access to ongoing training and opportunities for professional growth in SEN education.
• Competitive Salary and Benefits: A competitive salary and benefits package, reflecting the importance of the role.

How to apply:

If you’re excited about the opportunity to support our incredible students and contribute to their success, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your CV to katie.wilson@teaxhingpersonnel.com

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.
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