Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: South East England, Buckinghamshire, Milton Keynes

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

Primary Industry: Education and Training

Secondary Industry: Education and Training

Salary: £80 - £90 Per day

Job Description:

Job Duties:

• Supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in their learning and development
• Assisting the class teacher in planning and delivering tailored lessons for SEN students
• Providing one-on-one support to students who require additional help
• Helping students with personal care and mobility needs
• Assisting with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and behaviour management strategies
• Collaborating with other professionals, parents, and external agencies to support the holistic development of SEN students

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
• Relevant experience working with children or individuals with SEN
• Understanding of SEN support strategies and interventions

Education:

• Relevant Teaching Assistant qualification (e.g., Level 2 or Level 3 TA Certificate)

Experience:

• Prior experience working in a school or educational setting
• Experience supporting students with SEN

Knowledge and Skills:

• Good understanding of SEN practises and principles
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Patience, empathy, and a caring attitude towards students with SEN

Preferred Qualifications:

• First Aid certification
• Makaton or PECS training

Working Conditions:

• Work is predominantly indoors within a school setting
• May involve assisting students with physical disabilities or medical needs
• Full-time hours, Monday to Friday, with occasional additional hours for meetings or events

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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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