SEN Learning Support Assistant – Impactful, Term-Time Role

Ash Field Academy; Leicester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free car parking (Limited spaces)

Annual incremental pay increases

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Eyecare voucher

Cycle to work scheme

Staff discounts

Gym discount

DSP/Trust community

Job summary

Ash Field Academy in Leicester is recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant on a permanent basis. The role focuses on planning and delivering specialist support for pupils with SEN and disabilities, enabling access to curriculum with appropriate modifications.

Ideal candidates will have NVQ level 2 or equivalent, TA awards, and relevant GCSEs, with experience of working with children. The post is term-time with a 6-month probation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification, TA awards, English/Maths GCSE (A*-C or 9-4)
• Level 2 Basic Skills Literacy, CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Child Care and Education
• Experience working with children in relevant age group
• Ability to plan work and exercise initiative and independent action

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide specialist support to pupils with identified disabilities and SEN to access a broad and balanced curriculum
• Assess, record and report on development, progress and attainment using specialist knowledge
• Support parents to understand their children's needs and provide sound advice regarding their child’s education
• Provide supervision to individuals or groups in various settings and monitor conduct and behaviour

Skills

Plan and differentiate learning

Relate well to adults and children

Initiative and independent action

Education

NVQ level 2 or equivalent

Teaching Assistant awards

GCSE English/Maths A*-C (or 9-4)

Level 2 Basic Skills Literacy

CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Child Care and Education

Job description

Ash Field Academy in Leicester is recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant on a permanent basis. The role focuses on planning and delivering specialist support for pupils with SEN and disabilities, enabling access to curriculum with appropriate modifications.

Ideal candidates will have NVQ level 2 or equivalent, TA awards, and relevant GCSEs, with experience of working with children. The post is term-time with a 6-month probation and comprehensive benefits.