Primary SEN Teaching Assistant - Start ASAP!

TN United Kingdom; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An inspiring opportunity awaits in a supportive SEN school in Houghton-le-Spring. As a Primary SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in nurturing the learning and development of pupils aged 2-11 with diverse needs. Your proactive approach and passion for education will help create a positive impact in their lives. Collaborate with dedicated staff to provide tailored support, ensuring every child has the chance to thrive. This full-time position offers a chance to make a lasting difference while working in a collaborative environment. If you are ready to embark on this rewarding journey, apply now!

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in UK schools.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEND and challenging behaviour.
• Build rapport and facilitate engagement and progress.

Skills

Building rapport with pupils

Supporting children with SEND

Working in small groups

Personal care assistance

Understanding of learning styles

Education

Supporting Teaching and Learning Qualification

Childcare-based Qualification

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Primary SEN Teaching Assistant - Start ASAP!, Sunderland

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Sunderland, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Education

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

10.05.2025

Expiry Date:

24.06.2025

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Job Description:

Prospero Teaching is looking for passionate, proactive and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to support the learning of pupils in one of our inspirational SEN Schools in Houghton-le-Spring on a full-time basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to build positive relationships with pupils and have a long-term, positive impact on their lives, progress and development.

About the School:

* The role is based in an inspirational SEN School setting in Houghton-le-Spring.
* The School supports pupils across the Primary School age range (2-11) and there are opportunities to support pupils across all years groups depending on your preference and specialism.
* The School has an outstanding supportive culture and Leadership Team, where staff work as a team within classrooms to provide high standards of support to pupils.

Pay, Hours and Contract:

* Pay – Between £80-100 per day DOE
* Hours –
* Contract – Full-time until the end of the Academic Year in July 2025. Temporary Contract.
* Start Date – ASAP.
* Location – Houghton-le-Spring

About the Role:

* The role involves supporting pupils working at EYFS/KS1 level who have a wide range of SEND and challenging behaviour.
* Supporting pupils on both a 1:1 basis and in small groups, with pupils having conditions such as ASD, ADHD, SEMH, PMLD, SLD, MLD.
* Some pupils may require personal care; some may be non-verbal or pre-verbal.
* Building rapport and positive relationships with pupils to facilitate engagement and progress.
* Developing an understanding of the different needs and learning styles of pupils, working closely with Class Teachers and colleagues.

Experience/Qualifications and Requirements:

* A Supporting Teaching and Learning or Childcare-based Qualification (desired)
* Experience working with children in UK schools
* Experience within an SEN School setting (desired)
* Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
* Resilient, proactive, and positive attitude
* Right to Work in the UK
* An enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or willingness to obtain one
* Professional references covering the last two years