SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Description:

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting students with diverse learning needs, ensuring they have access to the best possible educational experience. Teaching Personnel is the UK's leading education recruitment agency, dedicated to matching talented educators with rewarding opportunities in schools across the country.

This will be a full-time role, due to begin on the 2^nd of September 2024.

You will earn a competitive salary between £1600 to £1900 per month.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored support to students with SEN, both in and out of the classroom.
• Assist in the development and implementation of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Work closely with teachers and other staff to create an inclusive learning environment.
• Support students' social and emotional development.
• Foster a positive and nurturing atmosphere for all students.
• Monitor and record student progress, providing feedback to teachers and parents.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a SEN Teaching Assistant, preferably in a secondary school setting.
• Strong understanding of various SEN needs and effective support strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for working with children with special needs.
• Relevant qualifications in education or SEN support are highly desirable.
• Graduates of Psychology and other relevant subjects will also be considered for this role.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities through our CPD Academy and through the experience of our former-teacher consultants.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in students' lives- a very rewarding role.

How to Apply:

If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to work in a vibrant and dynamic school environment, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and suitability for the role.

Join Teaching Personnel and be a part of a team dedicated to empowering students and shaping the future of education!

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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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