SEN Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with special educational needs. This role involves providing tailored one-on-one assistance and fostering a nurturing environment that promotes the academic and personal growth of students. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, empathy, and a commitment to inclusive education. Join a team that values collaboration and strives to meet the diverse needs of every child, ensuring they thrive in a supportive learning atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEN needs.
• Qualifications in Makaton or similar skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support to students with SEN needs.
• Assist in planning and delivering adapted lessons.

Skills

Experience with SEN needs

Strong communication skills

Empathy and compassion

Ability to adapt to classroom dynamics

Knowledge of child development

Tools

Makaton

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Position: SEN Teaching Assistant

1-year Temporary Contract (could be extended if funding is continued)

The role is for 30 hours per week (8:30 – 3:30 Monday to Friday) during term time only.

About Us

Our school is committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment for children with SEN needs. We believe in inclusive education, tailored to meet the unique requirements of each student, fostering their growth and development in both academic and personal domains.

Responsibilities

1. Provide one-to-one support or small group interventions to students with SEN needs.
2. Assist the class teacher in planning and delivering engaging and adapted lessons based on a child’s personalised plan.
3. Foster positive relationships with children, promoting their social and emotional well-being.
4. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to develop and implement personalised plans.
5. Create a safe and supportive learning environment conducive to the diverse needs of our students.
6. Support children with intimate care needs alongside your team members.

Requirements

1. Experience working with children with SEN needs.
2. A patient, empathetic, and compassionate approach to supporting students.
3. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
4. Ability to adapt to the dynamic needs of the classroom environment.
5. Qualifications and skills such as proficiency in Makaton or experience working with students with specific disabilities (autism, ADHD, dyslexia, physical disabilities, speech/language needs, SEMH needs).
6. Commitment to supporting intimate care needs of children alongside other team members.
7. Knowledge of child development, ideally with experience of EYFS.

Visit Us

Visits to the school are welcome. Please call the school office at 01227 760084 when we re-open on 2nd September 2024.