Learning Support Assistant

Prospero Teaching; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for dedicated individuals to join their team as SEN Teaching Assistants. This rewarding role involves providing tailored support to children with special educational needs, ensuring they have a safe and enjoyable learning environment. You will work closely with students aged 5-11, assisting them academically on a one-to-one basis or in small groups. Whether you have prior experience or are eager to start your journey in education, this opportunity allows you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children with diverse learning needs. Join a supportive organization committed to fostering growth and success for all students.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with additional needs is preferred.
• Teaching assistant qualification is desired but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to children with SEN and SEMH.
• Create a safe and engaging learning environment.

Skills

Experience with children

Support for individuals with SEN

Communication skills

Education

Teaching assistant qualification

Job description

Prospero Teaching are seeking individuals who would like a career as a SEN TA. Ideally you will have some previous experience working closely with children or supporting adults with additional needs, but we also consider those with no experience of either but have a desire to start.

We are working closely with a large organisation that offers education support to those with moderate and complex learning difficulties, autism, speech & language difficulties and social, emotional & mental health difficulties.

Teaching assistants are required to join the team, supporting students aged 5-11 years old throughout their academic day on a 1:1 basis or in small groups.

The role is working in SEN Support and will consist of:

1. Providing tailored support and working with children with SEMH and SEN (special education needs)
2. Creating a safe environment that allows the children to have fun, learn and succeed
3. Academic support on a 1:1 basis or in small groups
4. Assisting the teacher

The Ideal Candidate:

1. Teaching assistant qualification would be desired but not essential
2. Experience of supporting pupils with SEN on a voluntary or paid basis OR
3. Experience of working with children in a youth setting

Position Details:

1. Location - Weston-Super-Mare
2. Position - SEN Teaching Assistant
3. Contract Type - Temporary (with possible permanent opportunities)
4. Minimum Daily Rate - £105-£115 per day (DOE)
5. Hours - (phone number removed)pm (Term Time only) Monday - Friday
6. Start Date - ASAP

If this role appeals to you, please apply now. Or for more information about the role, please contact Jessica Bird on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).

Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.