SEN Teaching Assistant

REESON Education; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

REESON Education is recruiting an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant in Chelmsford to support pupils with special educational needs. The role involves working closely with the SENCO and teaching staff to provide targeted assistance, both in and out of the classroom, to help pupils reach their learning goals.

You will assist with lesson planning, monitor progress, and report to teachers and parents as required.

Qualifications

• Experience working with pupils with special educational needs is desirable but not essential.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills are important for teamwork with staff, pupils and families.
• Willingness to undertake training and professional development as required.

Responsibilities

• Work with SENCO and teaching staff to support pupils with SEN inside and outside the classroom.
• Assist with planning and preparation of lessons and activities tailored to individual pupils.
• Monitor and record progress and report to staff and parents as required.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils needing extra help.
• Help create a positive and inclusive learning environment and follow school policies.
• Liaise with external agencies such as SLTs, EPs and social workers as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Empathy

Job description

SEN TA - Chelmsford - ASAP Start

Reeson Education are currently working with an "OUTSTANDING" SEN school based in Chelmsford, Essex.

The Headteacher of this amazing SEN school are looking to onboard an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team of support staff at the school. As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our pupils with special educational needs receive the support they need to achieve their full potential.

As a Teaching Assistant you will be responsible for the below:

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the SENCO and teaching staff to provide support and assistance to pupils with special educational needs, both inside and outside the classroom
• Assist with the planning and preparation of lessons and activities, ensuring that they are tailored to the individual needs of each pupil.
• Monitor and record the progress of pupils with special educational needs, and report back to teaching staff and parents/guardians as required.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils who require additional help with their learning.
• Help to create a positive and inclusive learning environment for all pupils, and ensure that the school's policies and procedures are followed at all times
• Liaise with external agencies and professionals as required, such as speech and language therapists, educational psychologists and social workers
• Attend training sessions and meetings as required, and keep up to date with relevant legislation and guidance.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Relevant qualifications and experience working with pupils with special educational needs are desirable, but not essential.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Patience, empathy and a positive attitude towards working with pupils who may have complex needs.
• A willingness to undertake further training and professional development as required.

This is a full-time position, and the salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert