SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you committed to providing consistent and tailored support to children with a range of special educational needs? We’re looking for a Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team local to Royston (Hertfordshire), ensuring every child receives the individualized care and expertise they need to thrive.

Why Join Us?

• Specialist Focus: Work with children with diverse SEN requirements, including ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, and SEMH challenges.
• Consistency for Success: Provide stable and dependable support that makes a lasting difference in pupils’ lives.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for training in specialist areas, including communication strategies, sensory integration, and behavior management.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a dedicated team committed to inclusion and excellence.

Your Role:

• Deliver consistent, high-quality support tailored to the specific needs of each pupil.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and external specialists to implement effective learning strategies.
• Provide personal care and assistance with physical interventions for our children with physical disabilities. 
• Foster independence and resilience in pupils while addressing barriers to learning.
• Support sensory, emotional, and communication needs with sensitivity and expertise.
• Adapt to a variety of SEN requirements, ensuring inclusivity and personal development for every child.

What We’re Looking For:

• Specialist Knowledge: Experience with a variety of SEN needs, including autism, ADHD, sensory processing issues, and speech and language difficulties.
• Dedication to Consistency: A patient and reliable individual who understands the importance of stability in a child’s education.
• Strong Communication: Ability to work effectively with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Relevant Qualifications: CACHE Level 2/3, SEN-related training, or equivalent experience (preferred but not essential).

What We Offer:

• A chance to make a real difference every day by providing consistent and specialized support.
• Ongoing professional development in SEN specialisms.
• A welcoming and inclusive school community in Crawley.
• CPD training academy
• Dedicated consultant to support your application and process within the school that works closely with Teaching Personnel

Apply Today: Please upload an up to date CV

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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