Primary SEN Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Penarth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a compassionate Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team at a leading specialist school in Wales. This full-time role involves supporting children with diverse needs, including autism, in a nurturing environment. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers to create accessible lessons tailored to individual requirements, ensuring each pupil feels valued and ready to learn. With a strong commitment to safeguarding and professional development, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of young learners.

Benefits

Free child protection training

Support with DBS check

Potential for permanent position

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with special educational needs.
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents and carers.

Responsibilities

• Support learners' physical, emotional, and sensory needs.
• Foster a nurturing environment for pupils to thrive.

Skills

Support for children with special educational needs

Communication skills

Empathy and nurturing attitude

Education

Enhanced DBS Check

Safeguarding Level 2 Training

Job description

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Teaching Personnel is looking for a Special Educational Needs TA to join one of the largest specialist schools in Wales on a full-time basis. The school caters for a wide range of additional needs, including autism, with pupils ranging from ages 3-19.

The successful candidate will be working primarily in the primary department and will play a vital role in supporting learners inside and outside of the classroom, helping them to develop their physical, emotional and sensory needs. The school is renowned for their specialist training facilities and the staff are highly engaged and looking for a like-minded individual to join their team.

The successful candidate will:

• Foster a nurturing and supportive environment where pupils will feel supported, valued and ready to learn.
• Have a positive approach to supporting children with special educational needs.
• Support the class teacher in crafting lessons that are accessible to all pupils and can be tailored to their individual needs.
• Communicate clearly with parents and carers to ensure the individual needs of each pupil are met to a high standard.
• Care for the pupils physical, emotional and social needs which may also include personal care.

Further details to consider:

• Schedule: Monday – Friday, 08:30-15:30

Requirements:

• Child and Adult Enhanced DBS - Teaching Personnel can help you obtain this
• Register with education work force council.
• Complete safeguarding level 2 – free through Teaching Personnel.

Looking to apply?

If you’re driven to work in one of the leading specialist schools in Wales please submit your CV below. We will be in touch within the next 48 hours with shortlisting.

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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.
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