SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Location: Frome, Somerset

Start Date: Immediate / Flexible

SEN Teaching Assistant

Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs?

If you answered yes, then this job opportunity for an SEN Teaching Assistant may be for you!

The Role:

You will be responsible for supporting classroom teachers in providing the best support possible to students ranging in the ages 4-19 years old, with various Special Educational Needs such as:

• Severe Learning Difficulty (SLD)
• Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulty (PMLD)
• Moderate Learning Difficulty (MLD)
• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Speech, Language and Communication Needs
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges
• Sensory or Physical Difficulties

This specialist school has incredible facilities to aid the learning and development of all its pupils, including Hydrotherapy rooms, Sensory rooms, and Soft Playrooms.

Each student receives a personalised curriculum which is created through real life, meaningful teaching and learning. All staff have a deep understanding of each pupils needs and can alter teaching and experiences to enable the best learning experience possible.

Who We Are Looking For:

• SEN(D) and SEMH experience
• A patient, resilient, innovative and caring individual with a compassionate approach to supporting children
• Able to collaborate with teachers and other support staff
• Understanding of positive behaviour support strategies

Working Hours/Benefits:

• Full Time, Monday-Friday
• Term Time Only
• Holiday Pay
• Access to CPD accredited training courses

About Us:

Teaching Personnel is a specialist education recruitment agency, working with a variety of SEN(D) schools across the UK – pairing talented educators with the perfect role for them! We pride ourselves on providing the best experience possible for all educators, schools, and students we work with.

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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