Special Needs Assistant

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children? Do you have a caring and patient nature? We are recruiting for Teaching Assistants to work with children who have Special Education Needs and Social Emotional and Mental Health needs.

Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one or small group support to students with SEN and SEMH, including those with physical, emotional, and learning difficulties.
• Assist the class teacher in preparing and delivering tailored lessons and activities.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere.
• Support the emotional, social, and behavioral development of students.
• Help with personal care and mobility as needed.
• Promote independence and self-confidence in students.
• Observe and report on students' progress, highlighting areas for development.
• Be engaging, positive and resilient!

Requirement:

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN.
• A patient, compassionate, and adaptable approach to working with children and young adults.
• A strong commitment to promoting inclusion and equal opportunities.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., CACHE Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification) would be advantageous but not essential.
• A clear understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

If you’re ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and help them thrive in a nurturing educational setting, we encourage you to apply!

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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