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LSA in Blandford

Date posted : 12/03/19
Up to £9 per hour

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TEACHING ASSISTANT - STURMINSTER NEWTON, DORSET

Teaching Personnel are now working in partnership with an SEN school in Sturminster Newton. The school are requiring Teaching Assistants & Support Staff experienced supporting pupils aged 2-19 with SLD and Complex Needs. As a SEN TA you will be working with learners who have a range of learning difficulties.
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SEN Teaching Assistant
* School based in Sturminster Newton
* £54 Per Day
* ASAP/ immediate Start
* Long-term to Permanent Opportunity
* Great SEN Progression opportunities
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The School:
* supports and promotes a safe and welcoming atmosphere that leads to a positive learning environment
* students feel intellectually stimulated and eager to learn
* The school caters for pupils aged 2-19
* The pupils have varying learning needs such as Complex Needs, SLD and PMLD; with the majority having ASD.
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The SEN Teaching Assistant role:
* Include giving students the academic support they need to thrive and working with teachers across the school also leading intervention classes with small groups.
* Have an ability to inspire children, staff and parents alike.
* This role will involve working 1:1 with students
* Overseeing activities in the playground, remaining attentive to any disruptions or potential problems.
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The Ideal Team Teach Teaching Assistant will:
* Have at least 6 months experience or working with SEN pupils.
* Be eligible to work in the UK.
* Have a valid & Up to date DBS
* Be Subject to two satisfactory references in the last two years
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If you have interest in this role then please do NOT hesitiate to get in touch. Even if you do not have the exact Expereience we can still highly consider your ability and experience for the role and future roles.
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