Classroom Support Assistant

Academics Ltd; Carterton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A Special Needs School in Carterton is seeking a compassionate Classroom Support Assistant to help support children with disabilities, including Autism. The ideal candidate should be proactive and have a natural ability to connect with students, enhancing their confidence and independence. This role offers £80 to £90 per day, with relevant training provided. Start ASAP.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children is beneficial but not essential.
• General understanding of special educational needs is helpful.
• Willingness to participate in relevant SEN training.

Responsibilities

• Encourage students to engage and socialise with their peers appropriately.
• Build students' confidence, self-esteem and self-belief.
• Encourage positive behaviours through effective behaviour management strategies.
• Ensure safety and well-being of students during activities.
• Participate in relevant SEN training provided by the school.

Skills

Determination

Resilience

Adaptability

Positive behaviour management

Job description

Have you considered an education in the classroom but don't know where to start? Do you want to support children in need of a strong role model?

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work as a Classroom Support Assistant at a Special Needs School. The school is looking for a caring, proactive and friendly individual with a natural ability to connect with and support vulnerable children.

The school provides education for children aged 3 to 16 with a range of disabilities, including Autism, communication challenges, social interaction difficulties and language delay. The students need a positive role model in the classroom, who can support their learning, academic progress, social development and independence.

Responsibilities

• Encourage students to engage and socialise with their peers appropriately
• Build students' confidence, self-esteem and self-belief
• Encourage positive behaviours through effective behaviour management strategies
• Ensure safety and well-being of students during activities
• Participate in relevant SEN training provided by the school

Qualifications

To be a successful SEN Classroom Assistant, you should be determined, resilient and adaptable, tailoring your approach to meet the needs of each child. Previous experience working with children as well as a general understanding of special educational needs would be beneficial but not essential, as the school offers training opportunities to support your growth.

Position Details

Classroom Support Assistant – £80 to £90 per day.

ASAP Start

Carterton

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