Teaching Assistant - SEN Specialist School

Teaching Assistant

Location: Weymouth

Salary: £13.75 an hour

Contract: Full Time

Start Date: ASAP

SEN Teaching Assistants – Opportunities via Teaching Personnel

Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs?

If you answered yes, then this job opportunity for an SEN Teaching Assistant may be for you!

A specialist school in Weymouth is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Teaching Assistant to join their team.

The Role:

You will play a key role in supporting classroom teachers and other staff to deliver exceptional care and assistance to pupils aged 2-19 years old. This school covers covering early years, primary, secondary, and sixth form for children and young people with diagnoses such as:

• Severe, complex, and profound learning difficulties
• Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC)
• Physical and sensory disabilities
• Complex healthcare needs

This school is a purpose-built campus that offers a bespoke curriculum tailored to individual needs and uses therapeutic approaches. All pupils have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), with outdoor learning opportunities, programs for physical development and independence, and access to sensory rooms and other therapeutic spaces.

Who We Are Looking For:

• SEN(D) experience
• Understanding of EHCP’s
• Strong communication skills
• Able to collaborate with teachers and other support staff
• Understanding of positive behaviour support strategies

Working Hours/Benefits:

• Full Time
• Monday-Friday, 08:50-15:35
• Term Time Only
• 12.07% Holiday Pay
• Access to free CPD accredited training courses

About Us:

Teaching Personnel is a specialist education recruitment agency, working with a variety of SEN(D) schools across the UK – pairing talented educators with the perfect role for them! We pride ourselves on providing the best experience possible for all educators, schools, and students we work with.

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