SEN Teaching Asisstant

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

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their nurturing environment. This role involves providing personalized support to students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them develop essential coping strategies and academic skills. The ideal candidate will have a background in supporting children with special educational needs and possess strong communication skills. Join a team committed to fostering a positive learning atmosphere and making a real difference in students' lives. If you're passionate about education and eager to contribute, this temporary position could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in supporting children with SEND; SEMH experience is desirable.
• Background in residential care or support work is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 or small group support to students with SEMH needs.
• Monitor and report on students' progress and adapt support as necessary.

Skills

Supporting children with SEND

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Coping strategies development

Education

Relevant teaching assistant qualification

Job description

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Position: SEN Teaching Assistant

Pay: Starting from £95.29 umbrella (PAYE Option Available)

Hours: 08:30-15:30

Type: Monday - Friday

Start Date: September

Role: SEN Teaching Assistant

Axcis is supporting a secondary school dedicated to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment for students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH). We are seeking an experienced teaching assistant to join our team. Candidates with a background in residential care or support work are also encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide 1:1 or small group support to students with SEMH needs.
2. Support students in developing coping strategies, social skills, and academic progress.
3. Monitor and report on students' progress and adapt support as necessary.
4. Foster a positive, respectful, and encouraging learning atmosphere.

Requirements:

1. Proven experience in supporting children with SEND; SEMH experience is desirable.
2. Background in residential care or support work is advantageous.
3. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
4. Enhanced DBS on the update system.

All applications must be submitted by 6 pm on Wednesday, 31st July 2024.

If interested, please contact Nakeeda Price at 0121 827 2030 ext: 4009 and click on the apply button.

If you know someone suitable for this role, remember we offer £150 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend and we place them in the job.

For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

This is a temporary position unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race, or other criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment and provide an up-to-date DBS or allow Axcis to process one on their behalf, along with other mandatory checks per DfE guidelines.

Axcis Education offers temporary supply work for various durations and permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified and prepared to attend a face-to-face interview to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary/pay rate depends on skills and experience.