SEN Teaching Assistant

Location:

Yorkshire and the Humber, West Yorkshire, Leeds, LS12

Job Type:

Temporary, expected to work Full-Time hours

Primary Industry:

Education and Training

Salary:

£85 - £100 Per day

Job Duties:

• Supporting the educational and social development of children with special educational needs (SEN)
• Assisting teachers in implementing individual education plans for pupils
• Providing one-to-one support to children with SEN in the classroom
• Helping pupils with SEN to participate in all aspects of the curriculum
• Collaborating with other professionals, such as speech therapists and occupational therapists, to support pupil progress

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of GCSEs in English and Maths
• Experience working with individuals with special educational needs
• Knowledge of SEN strategies and best practises

Education:

Relevant qualifications in education or special educational needs

Experience:

Prior experience working as a teaching assistant or in a similar role

Knowledge and Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Patience and empathy when working with children with SEN

Preferred Qualifications:

• Additional training in supporting students with autism, dyslexia, or other specific needs
• First aid certification

Working Conditions:

• Work primarily takes place in a school setting
• May involve occasional lifting or assisting pupils with mobility needs
• Collaboration with teachers, parents, and other professionals is essential

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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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