Job description
Join Our Team as a SEN Teaching Assistant in Christchurch!
Position: SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant
Location: Christchurch
Pay: £12.82 an hour
Start Date: October 2024 start
Contract Type: Full-time
Are you a dedicated and passionate SEN Teaching Assistant looking for an exciting new opportunity? Look no further! Our mainstream primary schools are seeking versatile and dedicated individuals who are ready to make a positive impact in the classroom to support and help tailor the provision for pupils with special educational needs (SEN).
About the Role:
As a SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting pupils with diverse learning, behavioural and emotional needs. You will deliver tailored support to the individual needs of the pupils, fostering an inclusive learning environment so that each pupil can access the learning in a way that is best for them. With your expertise in SEN education, you will empower students to reach their full potential, both in their learning and in their personal and social development. Any previous experience working with children who are non-verbal would be incredibly beneficial, including having experience using Makaton or sign language.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide individualised support and guidance to students on a 1:1 basis, promoting their academic and personal development
- Collaborate with colleagues and external professionals to create support plans for pupils
- Foster positive relationships with students, parents, and carers, promoting effective communication and collaboration
- Being proactive and adaptable, taking into account the needs of the individual and tailoring support and strategies accordingly
- Adapt strategies according to the needs of the pupils eg. using effective non-verbal communication skills
Requirements:
- Previous experience working with students with SEN in a Primary school setting
- Strong understanding of different SEN and effective strategies for supporting students
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues, and parents/carers
- Dedication to promoting inclusion and equality in education
How to Apply:
If you are ready to take on the rewarding challenge of being a SEN Teaching Assistant, we want to hear from you! Please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and why you are passionate about working with students with SEN. We will be in touch with you to let you know the next steps!
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that the successful applicant must satisfy all background-safe recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.
For more updates on the role, do not hesitate to contact Susie Beveridge or apply at www.gsleducation.com