Job description
SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Ripon, North Yorkshire
Salary: £83 - £100 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full-Time
GSL Education are looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to work at a Client Secondary School providing high-quality care and support to students with a diverse range of needs in Ripon, North Yorkshire.
About the School:
- The school's aim is to give children and young people with needs related to social, emotional, and mental health an excellent education, encouraging possibilities for success, and enhanced life skills.
- The school wants to support youth in overcoming obstacles to learning and working toward the development of positive behaviours and constructive attitudes.
- The school supports a large number of students with additional learning or neurodevelopmental challenges, such as ADHD and Autism.
- The school's curriculum is designed to be engaging, relevant, and stimulating, providing a solid foundation for future success.
- The school’s focus is on academic achievement, personal development, and community engagement which reflets their belief in empowering students to become confident, responsible, and compassionate individuals ready to make a positive impact in the world.
SEN Teaching Assistants Responsibilities:
- Work 1:1 or in small groups with students who have complex learning needs.
- Assist in implementing Individual Education Plans.
- Implement tailored communication techniques and work with non-verbal communication methods.
- Encourage independence and provide personal care assistance if needed.
- Support the teacher in preparing and delivering activities.
- Be involved in assessing the students’ work and providing feedback.
- Provide feedback on child’s progress to parent and relevant staff at the school.
SEN Teaching Assistants Requirements:
- Must hold the Right to Work in the UK.
- Experience working as an SEN Teaching Assistant.
- Relevant qualifications, such as a Level 2/3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning, are desirable.
- Have patience, empathy, and a positive approach to helping children.
- Knowledge of de-escalation strategies and techniques to manage challenging behavior is advantageous.
- Hold a Child only DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service
For more information, or to apply for the position, please send your CV to Kerry Fowler or call our Hull office today. Alternatively, please visit the GSL Education website to apply online, or submit your up-to-date CV via the application link. We look forward to hearing from you!