SEN Classroom Support Assistant - Help Students Thrive

St Thomas More Catholic School; Blaydon on Tyne; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

St Thomas More Catholic School in Blaydon-on-Tyne is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support learners and teachers in lessons, with a focus on SEN support. The role is permanent, 37 hours per week, term-time only plus INSET days, with pro rata salary.

The successful candidate will have GCSEs including Maths and English, plus post-16 education or degree-level qualifications, and experience working with children.

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above or equivalent including Maths and English.
• Post 16 Higher Education, Teaching Assistant or Degree level qualification.
• Experience of working with children in an educational setting.
• Good ICT skills.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers and learners in lessons.
• Prepare classroom materials e.g. organising work sheets, preparing support materials, setting up equipment following instructions from the subject teacher.
• Act as a key worker for designated pupils on the SEN Register and take part in associated meetings and administration.
• Assist with the administration of SEN information e.g. circulating profiles and giving admin support to the department.

Skills

Good ICT skills

Good communication skills

Education

GCSEs including Maths and English

Post-16 Higher Education or Degree level qualification

Job description

St Thomas More Catholic School in Blaydon-on-Tyne is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support learners and teachers in lessons, with a focus on SEN support. The role is permanent, 37 hours per week, term-time only plus INSET days, with pro rata salary.

The successful candidate will have GCSEs including Maths and English, plus post-16 education or degree-level qualifications, and experience working with children.