1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Title: 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: East Midlands, Derbyshire, Long Eaton

Salary: £80 - £100 Per day

Job Duties:

• Provide one-on-one support to students with special educational needs (SEN) in a classroom setting
• Assist students with their individual learning goals and educational activities
• Support the class teacher in implementing lesson plans and adapting materials to meet the needs of students with SEN
• Help students with personal care tasks, such as toileting and feeding, if required
• Monitor and record students' progress, behaviours, and achievements
• Collaborate with the class teacher, SEN coordinator, and other professionals to develop and implement individualised education plans (IEPs)
• Provide emotional support and encouragement to students, promoting their overall well-being and positive behaviour
• Assist in managing students' behaviour using appropriate strategies and techniques
• Ensure the safety and welfare of students at all times

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics
• Experience working with children or young people with special educational needs
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine interest in supporting students with SEN

Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills:

• Possess a relevant teaching assistant qualification or willing to work towards one
• Experience in implementing individualised education plans (IEPs) for students with SEN
• Familiarity with different learning strategies and approaches for students with SEN
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies related to special educational needs
• Good organisational and administrative skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Higher education qualification in a relevant field (e.g., Education, Psychology, Special Education)
• Additional training or certifications in specific areas of SEN support (e.g., Autism, Dyslexia, Speech and Language difficulties)

Working Conditions:

• Work in a classroom or educational setting
• May involve working with students with challenging behaviours
• May require physical assistance with students' personal care tasks
• Full-time hours, typically following the school calendar
• Temporary position with the possibility of extension

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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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