SEN Teaching Assistant

Exciting Opportunity for SEN Support Assistant with SEMH Focus

A fantastic opportunity has become available for a compassionate and skilled Special Educational Needs (SEN) Support Assistant, specializing in Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH), to join a wonderful Primary School in Walton (L4). This is a long-term role starting before Easter and continuing for the remainder of the academic year. The school is seeking a dedicated support staff member to provide personalized assistance to a reception class student who is part of the new school intake and requires both academic and social support.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience working with SEN students and a strong understanding of effective de-escalation methods. The specific child in question follows an individualized education plan tailored to their SEMH needs, so the school emphasizes the importance of prior experience in delivering regular updates and progress reports.

This position operates from 8:45 AM to 3:15 PM and offers the added benefit of being part of a highly esteemed school community. With a positive Ofsted rating and a history of being oversubscribed for several years, the school takes pride in maintaining exemplary student behaviour and seeks to hire staff members who value upholding high standards.

As the successful candidate, you will receive dedicated support from the SENCO, who will provide additional training and professional development to ensure you can offer optimal support to the child. The school welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds, including those with experience in care and support work, nursery settings, and school-based roles.

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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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