SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Blandford Forum; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialised SEN education institution in Blandford Forum is seeking a dedicated SEN(D) Teaching Assistant. This role involves supporting young adults with various needs, such as Autism and learning difficulties, and collaborating with a team of professionals. Key characteristics needed include patience, resilience, and strong communication skills. Full time, Monday to Friday with holiday pay and CPD training opportunities. This position includes safeguarding checks and may lead to permanent employment.

Benefits

Holiday Pay

CPD accredited training courses

Support for enhanced DBS check

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young adults with special educational needs.
• Ability to implement EHCPs.
• Collaborative work with teachers and support staff.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom teachers to aid pupils with various needs.
• Collaborate with therapists and specialized professionals.
• Promote a nurturing learning environment.

Skills

Patient

Resilient

Innovative

Caring

Excellent communication skills

Understanding of positive behaviour support strategies

Collaborative

Education

SEN(D) and SEMH experience

Job description

SEN(D) Teaching Assistant

Location: Blandford Forum

Start Date: Immediate / Flexible

SEN(D) Teaching Assistant

Are you a dedicated Teaching Assistant?

Are you passionate about supporting young adults with special educational needs?

If you answered yes to the above, then this job opportunity for a SEN(D) Teaching Assistant may be for you!

A specialised SEN education institution based in Blandford Forum is seeking a SEN experienced Teaching Assistant to join their team!

The Role:

You will be responsible for supporting classroom teachers in providing amazing support to pupils ages 7-19 years old, with various types of needs and difficulties such as:

• Autism
• Complex needs
• Challenging behaviour
• Learning difficulties

This institution is a school and home for children and young people diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, along with other specialised needs.

It has fantastic facilities aiding in music therapy, arts therapy, equine therapy, and more! Within this role, you will collaborate with industry professionals such as therapists, specialised teachers, and psychiatrists to foster a supportive environment to allow its students to learn and grow to the best of their ability.

Who We Are Looking For:

• A patient, resilient, innovative and caring individual
• SEND and SEMH experience
• Able to collaborate with teachers and other support staffExcellent communication skills
• Understanding of positive behaviour support strategies
• Able to understand and implement EHCPs

Working Hours/Benefits:

• Full Time
• Monday-Friday
• Holiday Pay
• CPD accredited training courses

Apply today to join an amazing, specialised school to start having your positive impact on young people!

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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