SEN Teaching Assistant
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We are currently looking for One to One Teaching Assistants and Learning Mentors to work with an Alternative Provision based in and around the Kent area with the role starting as soon possible.
We are currently working with schools around the Medway, Tonbridge, Ashford and Thanet areas that support students with a variety of Special Education Needs, such as Autism, Moderate/Severe Learning Difficulties, Social, Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties and Behavioural Needs. You will be required to support students, not only academically, but also emotionally.
At present, we are considering candidates who are looking for full time roles, either on short term or longer term contract, as well as candidates who are looking for day to day supply work; however we will consider part time candidates too.
The Candidate
Due to the needs of the students, the schools are looking for Teaching Assistants who have experience working with young people, especially those of supporting young people with Challenging Behaviour and Complex Needs. Team Teach training is not essential, but preferable.
Candidate Benefits
- Teaching Personnel’s CPD Academy – Your Continuous Professional Development
- Pay – Weekly pay based on your skills, experience, flexibility and availability
- myTP – Digital services that make your work admin and communication simple
- Safe Working Practice – ensuring your reputation is protected
- Excellence in Education Awards – recognising the positive impact you deliver in schools
- TP Tokens – supporting national children and education charities through your direction
If you would be interested in applying for immediate consideration, or to find out more, please do not hesitate to contact me on the details below.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see teachingpersonnel.com/faqs for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.
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