Specialist Teaching / Learning Assistant

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Meldreth, Hertfordshire/Cambridgeshire border - commutable by car or train dependent on location.
Start Date: ASAP or January 2025
Contract: Full-time, Temp-to-Perm - 40hrs a week
Pay: As advertised, subject to experience and qualifications

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with Special Educational Needs?

Teaching Personnel, a market-leading education agency, is seeking an enthusiastic and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join an inclusive and supportive school in the Royston/Meldreth area from January 2025.

The Role: As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you’ll be an integral part of a dedicated team, supporting students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups. You’ll work closely with teachers and other staff to create a positive and inclusive learning environment tailored to each student’s unique needs.

This role is full-time and offers a temp-to-perm contract, providing a pathway to a long-term career in a rewarding educational setting.

What We Offer:

• Competitive weekly pay, paid directly through Teaching Personnel
• Ongoing CPD and career development opportunities - newly updated as of November 2024
• A supportive and inclusive school environment
• Guidance and support from an experienced Teaching Personnel consultant

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN
• Ability to be flexible, adaptable and wlling to undergo continuous training
• A compassionate, patient, and proactive approach to working with students with additional needs
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
• Relevant qualifications or training in SEN support (desirable)

If you feel passionate about working with children who have additional needs, then please apply today!

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.
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