Beginners Welcome: SEND Teaching Assistant

Vision For Education Ltd.; Billingham; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent daily rates

CPD and FREE training

Pension contributions

Dedicated consultant

Ongoing support

Job summary

Vision for Education is recruiting a SEND Teaching Assistant to join Ash Trees Academy in Billingham. No previous SEND or school experience is required as full training and ongoing support are provided.

You will work with experienced teachers and support staff to help pupils access learning, develop independence and feel safe and included throughout the school day. This is an excellent entry path into education and SEND with opportunities to develop within the Trust.

Qualifications

• No previous SEND or school experience required – full training and ongoing support provided.
• Experience of working in a school or SEND setting is not required.
• What matters most is your attitude, patience and commitment to supporting pupils.
• A genuine interest in supporting children and young people is essential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils in lessons and around the school
• Providing individual and small-group support where required
• Helping pupils engage with their learning and develop their independence
• Supporting communication and interaction
• Encouraging positive behaviour and helping create a calm, safe learning environment
• Working alongside teachers and other support staff
• Supporting pupils with their individual needs and development
• Building positive relationships with pupils and helping them achieve their potential

Skills

Caring attitude

Patience

Good communication

Relationship building

Reliability

Flexibility

Willingness to learn

Team player

Job description

Vision for Education is recruiting a SEND Teaching Assistant to join Ash Trees Academy in Billingham. No previous SEND or school experience is required as full training and ongoing support are provided.

You will work with experienced teachers and support staff to help pupils access learning, develop independence and feel safe and included throughout the school day. This is an excellent entry path into education and SEND with opportunities to develop within the Trust.