Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant
Location: Wolverhampton
Hours: Monday to Friday (9am to 3pm)
Contract: Temporary (possibility of going permanent)
Job Overview:
Teaching Personnel are looking for a compassionate and motivated Teaching Assistant to join the team at a specialized SEN school in Wolverhampton. The school caters to students aged 5-19 with diverse needs, including Autism Spectrum Conditions and social, emotional, and mental health challenges. The ideal candidate will support our students' educational and therapeutic journey within a structured, inclusive, and positive environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supportive Learning Environment: Assist in creating a nurturing atmosphere where students can feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.
- Personalized Assistance: Work closely with students to tailor academic and life skills instruction to their unique needs and abilities.
- Collaborative Efforts: Partner with educational and therapeutic staff to implement individualized learning plans and assist in specialized classrooms equipped for life skills, design, and sensory support.
- Community Integration: Participate in community-based learning, helping students apply practical skills in real-world settings.
- Behavioral Support: Aid in the development of students' emotional regulation and social skills, utilizing our school’s sensory and quiet spaces when needed.
Essential Qualifications and Skills:
- Previous experience working with children or young adults in an SEN setting is highly desirable.
- A collaborative, empathetic approach and strong communication skills.
- Ability to foster trust and establish strong, positive relationships with students.
- Flexibility to engage in different therapeutic and academic strategies.
- An enhanced child DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one)
This role is ideal for someone dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of young people with complex needs and helping them build confidence and essential life skills.
Application Process:
If you are excited to be part of a supportive, inclusive school community, we encourage you to apply and join us in helping each student achieve their full potential. Please apply by attaching a copy of your 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.
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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