Location: Hull, East Yorkshire
Contract Type: Full-time or Part-time
Salary: £835 - £95
Are you passionate about supporting students with sensory impairments or special educational needs? Teaching Personnel is seeking dedicated and compassionate Sensory Support Assistants to work in schools, providing vital support to students who require additional help to thrive in their educational environment.
Your Role:
As a Sensory Support Assistant, you will:
- Provide one-to-one and group support for students with sensory needs.
- Adapt learning materials and classroom environments to support sensory accessibility.
- Assist in implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and sensory strategies.
- Promote a positive, inclusive atmosphere in the classroom.
- Liaise with teachers, SENCOs, and other professionals to ensure each child’s needs are met effectively.
What We’re Looking For:
To excel in this role, you’ll need:
- Experience working with children with sensory impairments or special needs (desirable).
- Patience, empathy, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Knowledge of sensory strategies or willingness to undertake training.
- A valid DBS certificate or willingness to complete a DBS check.
Why Join Teaching Personnel?
- Access to free or subsidized training, including sensory support strategies.
- Flexible working options to fit your lifestyle.
- A dedicated consultant to guide and support you throughout your role.
- The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people.
How to Apply:
If you’re ready to embark on a fulfilling career as a Sensory Support Assistant, we’d 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.
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