Level 2 SEND Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Kettering; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in NN15, Kettering, is seeking a Level 2 SEND Teaching Assistant to join a supportive team. You will support pupils with SEND, work with teachers to implement plans, and promote inclusion and progress.

The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm, with a daily rate of 92.63–100 GBP. A DBS check and safeguarding training are expected as part of the onboarding process.

Qualifications

• Holds, or is working towards, a Level 2 Teaching Assistant or equivalent qualification.
• Genuine interest in supporting children with SEND.
• Patient, compassionate and resilient.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils.
• Reliable, adaptable and willing to learn.
• Understanding of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group support to pupils with SEND.
• Support pupils with their learning, communication, social and emotional development.
• Assist teachers with classroom activities and the implementation of individual support plans.
• Help pupils develop independence and positive behaviour.
• Support pupils during lessons, break times and other school activities where required.
• Work effectively with teachers, SEND staff, parents/carers and external professionals.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment.
• Record and communicate relevant observations and progress.

Skills

Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Patience

Empathy

Teamwork

Communication

Willingness to learn

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent

Job description

Level 2 SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: NN15, Kettering

Salary:92.63- 100 per day

Hours:Mon-Fri 8:30am-15:30pm

Contract:Full-time

Start Date: ASAP

About the role

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and committed Level 2 SEND Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team.

The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and the SEND team to support pupils with a range of special educational needs and disabilities, helping them to access learning, develop their confidence and achieve their full potential.

Key responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group support to pupils with SEND.
• Support pupils with their learning, communication, social and emotional development.
• Assist teachers with classroom activities and the implementation of individual support plans.
• Help pupils develop independence and positive behaviour.
• Support pupils during lessons, break times and other school activities where required.
• Work effectively with teachers, SEND staff, parents/carers and external professionals.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment.
• Record and communicate relevant observations and progress.

About you

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds, or is working towards, a Level 2 Teaching Assistant or equivalent qualification.
• Has a genuine interest in supporting children and young people with SEND.
• Is patient, compassionate and resilient.
• Has good communication and teamwork skills.
• Can build positive relationships with pupils.
• Is reliable, adaptable and willing to learn.
• Has an understanding of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

What we offer

• A welcoming and supportive school environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A committed and friendly staff team.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of pupils with SEND.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.