Level 2 Teaching Assistant with SEND experience

TeacherActive; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 onboarding support

CPD courses & certificates

Market leading pay

Referral scheme (£100)

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting a Level 2 SEND LSA for a long-term, full-time role in Sutton Coldfield to commence in September. The position supports pupils with diverse needs, including PMLD and SLD, within a primary SEND setting.

You will work closely with teaching staff to provide high-quality support in and out of the classroom, ensuring a positive, inclusive learning environment for every child.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND in a school or specialist setting.
• Knowledge of EHCPs and a range of complex needs.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Patient, caring and proactive approach.
• Genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of needs in and out of the classroom.
• Work closely with teaching staff to provide high quality support.
• Contribute to creating an inclusive learning environment.
• Assist with safeguarding and DBS compliance as required.

Skills

SEND experience

PMLD experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patience

Passion for SEND

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Job Title: Level 2 SEND LSA

Location: Sutton Coldfield

Start Date: September Start

Salary: £94.34 - £102.76 per day

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Level 2 SEND LSA looking to make a real difference in the lives of children with complex additional needs?

Do you have experience supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs, including PMLD, SLD, communication difficulties and sensory impairments?

Are you committed to creating a positive, inclusive learning environment where every child can achieve their full potential?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a welcoming primary SEND school in Sutton Coldfield, supporting the recruitment of a Level 2 SEND LSA. The school provides specialist education for pupils who all have a Statement of Special Educational Needs or an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), offering a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to develop confidence, independence and reach their individual potential.

The school is looking to appoint a full-time, long-term Level 2 SEND LSA to start in September. The successful Level 2 SEND LSA will support pupils with a range of needs including physical difficulties, severe learning difficulties (SLD), profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), specific communication difficulties, visual impairment, hearing impairment and multisensory impairment, working closely with teaching staff to provide high quality support both in and out of the classroom.

The successful Level 2 SEND LSA will have:

• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent
• Experience supporting children with SEND within a school or specialist setting
• Knowledge of supporting pupils with EHCPs and a range of complex additional needs
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A patient, caring and proactive approach
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.