Primary Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Smile Education; Thurmaston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in education, Smile Education, is seeking dedicated SEN Primary Teaching Assistants for two primary schools near Thurmaston. These roles involve supporting students with special educational needs in a nurturing environment, ideal for caring individuals passionate about education. Full-time positions starting in September offer opportunities for ongoing work, aiming to positively impact the lives of students in Key Stages 1 and 2.

Qualifications

• Experience working with special needs children preferred.
• Passion for supporting individuals who may find school challenging.
• Ability to remain calm and supportive in high-pressure situations.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with special needs in one-to-one and small group settings.
• Working full-time in primary schools with pupils who have educational challenges.
• Making a positive impact on the educational lives of young children.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Caring

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification

Degree in Psychology or Special Educational Needs

Job description

Primary TA - SEN/SEMH Needs

Smile Education are working with two primary schools, both in the LE4 near Thurmaston, that require the support of two SEN Primary Teaching Assistants, to work full time in the new academic year. These positions will both start in the second or third week back after the summer holiday in September.

• SEN Teaching Assistants
• Primary schools in LE4
• £85-100 per day
• One-to-oneand small group work
• On-going work
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification or a degree in Psychology or Special Educational Needs would be ideal but not essential.

The schools have a small number of pupils who have either special needs - Autism, Aspergers etc - and some that have social, emotional and mental health needs.

If you'd love to make a difference in the educational lives of these young people in Key Stages 1 and 2, have a passion for supporting those who might find certain aspects of school challenging these could be wonderful roles for you.

The schools and myself would, ideally, like to see applications from candidates who have had some similar experience be that in a school or in another area. We are also looking for caring individuals who can remain calm under pressure and aren't afraid to get stuck in.

If these SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant position in central Leicester primary schools are of interest and you have the required skills, qualifications and motivation then please apply online or call Patrick at Smile Education for more details – 0116 507 1692 - [e-mail]

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