Teaching Assistant - Full Time

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Yeovil, Somerset

Type: Full Time

Salary: £13.75 an hour

Start Date: Immediate

SEN Teaching Assistant

Is supporting young people with special educational needs a passion of yours?

If so, then this job opportunity for a SEN(D) Teaching Assistant may be your perfect role!

A purpose-built specialist school for children and young people with a variety of Special Educational Needs are looking for dedicated Teaching Assistants to join their team!

The Role:

You will be responsible for supporting classroom teachers in providing the best support possible to students ranging across KS1, KS2, KS3 and KS4 with various learning difficulties and additional needs such as:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH)
• Physical and Sensory disabilities
• General challenging behaviour

The school is extremely committed to preparing pupils for a safe, happy and productive adult life, as well as having amazing commitment to safeguarding children and promoting children’s welfare, and it is expected of all staff, governors, volunteers and visitors to share this same commitment to maintain a vigilant and safe environment.

The school’s aim is for all children and young people to flourish and to lead as full, interesting and independent lives as possible, leaving education with a strong sense of who they are and where they belong in the world!

Who We Are Looking For:

• A patient, resilient, innovative and compassionate individual with a consistent approach to supporting children
• SEND experience in or out of an educational setting
• Able to collaborate with teachers and other support staff
• Understanding of positive behaviour support strategies
• Able to de-escalate challenging situations calmly and safely

Working Hours/Benefits:

• Full Time
• Monday – Friday
• Term Time Only
• Holiday Pay
• Access to over 10 FREE SEN training courses
• CPD training

Be the difference that inspires growth! Join a forward-thinking SEN school where your passion and commitment to inclusive education will transform lives. Apply now and start shaping brighter futures!

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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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