Complex Needs SEN Teaching Assistant

Academics; Bristol; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established education recruiter is seeking a Complex Needs SEN Teaching Assistant to work with children with disabilities and special educational needs in Bristol. This role involves providing essential support to students in a specialist school, helping them with personal care, communication, and learning activities. You will work closely with teachers and other assistants to create a positive and engaging environment for students aged 11 to 19. If you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of children with complex needs, this opportunity could be perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous rates of pay

Dedicated SEN Consultant

Access to 'Refer a Friend' scheme

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with complex needs and disabilities.
• Ability to promote happiness and self-reliance in students.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils aged 11 to 19 in a specialist SEN school.
• Assist the class teacher and provide one-to-one support.

Skills

Experience with children with disabilities

Communication skills

Personal care

Knowledge of SEN requirements

Experience with PECS, Makaton, BSL

Education

Relevant qualifications in education or care

Job description

Complex Needs SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you looking for a role working with children with complex needs and disabilities, including MLD, PMLD, physical needs, and a range of SEN?

Do you have experience of supporting pupils with SEN requirements, additional needs, or disabilities? Are you confident in working with children with autism, cerebral palsy, MLD, SpLD, or other SEN barriers? Have you ever had experience with PECS, Makaton, BSL, or any communication method? Are you comfortable supporting children who require personal care, lifting, and physical support?

The Job…

Working with pupils aged 11 to 19 in the secondary part of a large specialist SEN school, you'll be kept busy! The role involves support across a number of classes, some one-to-one Teaching Assistant work, and some small class support. You'll be supporting the class teacher as part of a team of teaching assistants, to help the children with whatever they may need! Some physical support, help with communication and interpersonal skills, and delivery of sensory curriculum based learning activities!

You'll Be…

* Experienced working with children with a disability or SEN
* Happy to carry out personal care including changing and hoists
* Able to hold student attention and focus with excellent communication skills
* Promote happiness, self-reliance and encourage positive interactions

We're… Academics!

* Academics are an established and respected education recruiter
* Generous rates of pay
* A dedicated SEN Consultant
* A large number of schools exclusive to Academics
* Honest and friendly service
* Access to our 'Refer a Friend' scheme

Our staff say…

* 'Regular and relevant work was provided, and I could not ask for more from a supply agency.'
* 'Professional, competitive and compassionate; they go above and beyond to ensure that you find the right placements!'
* 'Their attitude and diligence since in ensuring that myself and several others are doing well and are comfortable in our roles is outstanding and highlight them as credits to the team.'

Could this be the role for you? Send your CV over, or give me a call!

Is this role not what you're looking for? We are constantly in need of talented education staff to fill a wide variety of positions. Please get in touch and we're happy to discuss our opportunities with you!

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