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SEN Teaching Assistant

Date posted : 01/07/19
£60 - £70 per day

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Teaching Personnel are actively seeking an experienced SEN TA to work at a client primary school in the Moss Side area of Manchester (M14). This larger than average primary school are looking to appoint an experienced Teaching Assistant to join their KS2 team on a full time basis starting in September. The successful SEN TA will work with identified children across KS2 who have a range of identified needs. To be considered for this role, you will have an adaptable approach to supporting learning and will be dedicated to working as a constant support for the children across KS2. The role will start on the first day back after Summer (02/09/2019) and will run up until the end of the academic year. The school are looking to appoint for this role permanently so a longer term placement may be possible for the right person.

This SEN TA role is to work in a 'GOOD' primary school in the heart of Manchester. The school boasts a well resourced SEN provision which accommodates children from the EYFS up to KS2. The successful applicant will support the KS2 children in the provision during part of the day and also in the classroom where necessary. The school are looking for a teaching assistant with the capabilities to work as a strong role model who will inspire the children's learning and help them to integrate fully in all aspects f schools life.

If you have prior experience working with children with SEN and are looking for your next full time role, you are encouraged to get in touch.

To be considered for this role, you will:

  • Have previous experience supporting children with specific SEN
  • Will have recent and relevant primary school experience
  • Be a positive role model with a positive and professional attitude

This Teaching Assistant positon will start in January and will run until the end of the academic year. If you feel as though you fit the above criteria then you are encouraged to apply! The school are looking to short list for this role, ASAP. Please get n touch on the contact details provided to register you interest.

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