Experienced Primary SEN Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed special school in Birmingham is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support students with Severe Learning Difficulties and Speech & Language Difficulties. In this vital role, you will nurture and empower young learners, helping them develop essential life skills and improve their communication abilities. Your compassion and dedication will create a positive and inclusive learning environment, fostering social interactions and self-confidence. Join a forward-thinking educational agency that prioritizes your training and development, offering numerous CPD courses and a supportive community. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of students.

Benefits

Top rates of pay

Extensive CPD courses

Referral scheme

Interview preparation assistance

Help with lesson planning

Online Portal for timesheets

Free social and networking events

Qualifications

• Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Experience working with students with SLD and Speech & Language Difficulties.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualised support to students with SLD and Speech & Language Difficulties.
• Collaborate with the teaching team to implement personalised education plans.

Skills

Experience with SLD

Communication Skills

Empathy

Patience

Education

Teaching Assistant Qualification

Job description

Are you dedicated to supporting students with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and Speech & Language Difficulties to unlock their full potential? We are seeking an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to become an integral part of an esteemed special school in Birmingham.

The school supports pupils aged 4 to 11 years who have special education needs and/or disabilities arising from cognition and learning difficulties including severe learning difficulties and speech, communication and language difficulties.

As a SEN TA, you will play a vital role in nurturing and empowering students to achieve their goals. Your dedication and compassion will be key in helping them develop essential life skills, improve communication abilities, and build self-confidence.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide individualised support to students with SLD and Speech & Language Difficulties, tailoring assistance to their unique needs.

Collaborate with the teaching team to implement personalised education plans and monitor progress effectively.

Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment, promoting social interactions and communication development.

Assist in creating engaging and stimulating classroom activities, adapting resources to cater to diverse learning styles.

Be a source of encouragement and motivation, helping students build their self-esteem and independence.

Requirements:

Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.

Experience working with students with SLD and Speech & Language Difficulties.

A genuine passion for special education and the desire to support young learners in achieving their best.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to connect with students, parents, and fellow educators.

Patience, empathy, and understanding in providing support to children with diverse needs.

To be considered for this role or to gain further information please get in touch with Zeena on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

By registering with Tradewind, we can offer you:

• We attract top education talent and in return offer top rates of pay
• We care about your training and development more than any other agency - which is why we can offer you more certified CPD courses than any other education recruitment agency, 25 to be exact! That's 18 more than our next nearest competitor
• Great referral scheme - recommend a friend and earn up to 100
• Full interview preparation and assistance - so you're fully prepped and confident, increasing your chances of success
• Help with lesson planning - our support doesn't stop once we've secured you a placement
• Online Portal for your timesheets and log your availability
• Free social and networking events to get to know your peers and consultants