Secondary SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Secondary SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Milton Keynes

Job Type: Temporary, expected to work Full-Time hours

Salary: £80 - £90 Per day

Skills: Teamwork, Quick learner, Experience with kids

Job Duties:

• Assist the lead teacher in implementing individualised education plans (IEPs) for students with special educational needs (SEN)
• Provide support and guidance to students with SEN, both in and out of the classroom
• Help students with SEN to access the curriculum and participate in classroom activities
• Assist in creating a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students
• Collaborate with the teaching team to develop and implement effective teaching strategies for students with SEN
• Monitor and track the progress of students with SEN, providing feedback to the lead teacher and parents/guardians
• Support students with SEN during assessments and examinations, ensuring their individual needs are met
• Assist in managing behaviour and promoting positive social interactions among students
• Attend meetings and training sessions to enhance knowledge and skills in supporting students with SEN
• Perform administrative tasks related to student records, documentation, and reporting

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Level 2 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools or equivalent
• Experience working with children or young people with SEN
• Good understanding of special educational needs and the impact on learning
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Education:

• Level 2 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools or equivalent (minimum requirement)

Experience:

• Prior experience working with children or young people with SEN

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong understanding of special educational needs and strategies to support learning
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents/guardians
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Organisational and time management abilities
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic educational setting

Preferred Qualifications:

• Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools or equivalent
• Additional training or qualifications related to special educational needs

Working Conditions:

• Work is primarily carried out in a classroom setting, with some outdoor activities and off-site visits
• May involve working with students who have challenging behaviour or medical needs
• Regular interaction and collaboration with students, teaching staff, and parents/guardians
• Full-Time hours, Monday to Friday, following the school term calendar
• Temporary position, with the possibility of extension depending on the needs of the school

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