SEN Teaching Assistant

Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant

• SEN School in Sheffield
• A full-time role available (Monday-Friday, 8.30am - 3.30pm), with Day to day support also available
• Experience supporting children or young adults with moderate to severe learning difficulties
• Expereince or Knowledge of Autistic spectrum disorder, mild to severe learning difficulties, SEMH needs. 
• Competitive rates between £85-105

We have several lovely sepcialist schools looking to secure patient, strong willed, and compassionate individuals who are passionate about supporting those with special education needs.

The Role

This role is a  role where you will support a Y7 pupil with their social, emotional, and mental health needs to ensure they have support in their education. Experience working with Autism is essential for this role. You will work alongside Teachers to adapt support according to the individualised needs of students.

If you are interested in this role, please get in touch with Sam at our Sheffield Branch.

Once we have your details on the system, we will be able to put your CV forward for the position.

Job Title: Teaching Assistant – Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Location: Barnsley/Sheffield/Rotherham/Doncaster

Contract Type: Full-time/Part-time roles

Salary: £85-100 per day

We are currently working on behalf of Specialist schools in Sheffield, Barnsley, Rotherham, Doncaster, and Chesterfield who are looking for passionate SEN Teaching Assistants!

The schools support pupils with additional needs – Including those with Autism, Social, emotional, mental health needs, and Medical requirements. The school offers personalised learning opportunities in order to support students in both an academic, social, and emotional capacity. 

Role and Responsibilities:

• Small Group mentoring: As a Specialist Teaching Assistant, you will be expected to work with pupils 1-2-1 and in small groups.  
• Feedback: Work alongside colleagues and parents/carers to provide feedback on progress and development.
• Create engaging activities: that are in alignment with the interests of each child.
• De-escalate challenging behaviour: using holistic techniques and implementing unique learning plans for students.

Minimum requirements:

• Experience in a school or care setting is preferred but certainly not required.
• Knowledge of how to support those with SEN, Mental Health Difficulties and Medical requirements.
• It is desirable that you have completed at least one of the following CPD. Qualifications, though it is not essential: Moving & Handling, Team Teach.

Important Information:

• This is a full-time role (Monday – Friday, 8:30 – 3:30) however those available on a part-time basis are encouraged to apply, as there are plenty of day to day and part time oppurtunities
• Pay is dependent on experience but will be between £85 – £105 per day.

If you are a compassionate and dedicated individual looking to make a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable young pupils, we encourage you to apply

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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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