SEN Teaching Assistant
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Teaching Personnel are excited to be seeking a Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant near Thetford.
With a strong interest and knowledge of Special Educational Needs (SEN), the successful applicant will be a reliable and motivated individual, who is ready to start work as soon as possible.
The Role
- You will be working with pupils between the ages of 8-16 years, ensuring they stay engaged in lessons as well as encouraging them to take part in class activities.
- This is a very rewarding position, where no two days will be the same. One day you could be working with a pupil, who requires 1:1 support, the next you may be working as part of a larger class with multiple SEN pupils.
Duties will include:
- Promoting and assisting with the learning and development of the pupil(s) you are assigned to
- Encouraging pupils’ confidence and independence
- Managing behavior
- Preparing learning resources, as directed by the Teacher
As a Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant you must be available to work from 8.30am until 3.30pm at least one day per week. This is a long-term position, with the possibility of becoming permanent.
Why Teaching Personnel?
Working with us will give you the best Teaching Assistant experience. With excellent support from our highly-trained consultants, we will take all of your preferences into account when finding your ideal role. As a well-established and reputable company, Teaching Personnel has lots on offer with great rates of pay and access to online training courses/qualifications - to further your career!
Apply now to learn more about this position and what else Teaching Personnel can offer you!
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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