SEN Teaching Assistant (Secondary School)

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (Secondary School)
Location: Plymouth, Devon
Start Date: January 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time / Term-Time
Daily Rate: £85 - £90 depending on experience

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and dynamic team in a vibrant secondary school in Plymouth. The role will commence in January 2025, offering an exciting opportunity for someone committed to making a positive impact in the lives of students with special educational needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored support to students with a range of special educational needs, including learning difficulties, emotional and behavioural challenges, and autism spectrum conditions.
• Assist the SENCo in implementing individual education plans (IEPs) and ensuring the students' academic, social, and emotional needs are met.
• Work closely with teachers to differentiate lessons and adapt learning materials to support SEN students.
• Provide one-to-one or small group support as required, both inside and outside the classroom.
• Monitor and report on students' progress, highlighting any concerns or developments to the SENCo and teaching staff.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment that encourages student engagement and independence.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Have previous experience working with secondary school students, preferably within an SEN environment.
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
• Be adaptable, patient, and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Hold an understanding of various SEN needs, including ASD, ADHD, and dyslexia, with the ability to implement effective support strategies.
• Have a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• A relevant qualification in SEN or education support would be desirable but not essential.

What We Offer:

• A welcoming and inclusive school environment where staff are valued and supported.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• The chance to make a real difference in students' lives, helping them to achieve their full potential.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about SEN and have the dedication to make a real difference in the lives of our students, we would love to hear from you.

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.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.