Experienced SEN Teaching Assistant

Academics; Chester; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Academics is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with additional needs in the Chester area. The role offers long-term or daily supply opportunities in a range of SEN schools, with 1:1 or small-group support and collaboration with teachers.

Applicants should have TA status and SEN experience, strong behaviour management, a patient approach, and personal care experience is desirable. All candidates will undergo an enhanced background check.

Qualifications

• TA status and experience in SEN settings.
• Based in the Chester area or have access to transport links.
• Strong behaviour management skills.
• A patient and understanding approach.
• Personal care experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 or small-group support to pupils.
• Supporting children and young adults with a range of additional needs.
• Working alongside teachers and support staff to create a welcoming and inclusive learning environment.
• Helping students develop their social, emotional and academics skills.
• Supporting students with behaviour management and emotional regulation.
• Assisting with personal care where required.
• Building positive and trusting relationships.

Skills

SEN experience

Behaviour management

1:1 & small-group support

Patient & understanding

Education

TA status

Job description

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for agency work in the Chester area? If you are dedicated to delivering education to children with additional needs, Academics would love to hear from you.

We are working with a range of exceptional SEN schools in the Chester region and are seeking SEN Teaching Assistants with a strong background in education and working with vulnerable children and young adults. Whether you are looking for a long-term position or daily supply to fit around other commitments, we have a variety of opportunities available.

The Role:

As an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in assisting children in their learning and development, helping to improve their confidence and enabling them to reach their potential. Your responsiblities may include:

• Providing 1:1 or small-group support to pupils.
• Supporting children and young adults with a range of additional needs.
• Working alongside teachers and support staff to create a welcoming and inclusive learning environment.
• Helping students develop their social, emotional and academics skills.
• Supporting students with behaviour management and emotional regulation.
• Assisting with personal care where required.
• Building positive and trusting relationships.

What We Are Looking For:

An Experienced SEN Teaching Assistant who has:

• TA status and experience in SEN settings.
• Based in the Chester area or have access to transport links.
• Strong behaviour management skills.
• A patient and understanding approach.
• Personal care experience is desirable.

This is a hugely rewarding opportunity for someone who wants to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people. Every day can have new challenges and achievements, and your support will make a lasting impression on a child's development.

All considered candidates must undergo an enhanced background check.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy