SEN Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team in Congleton. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the educational journey of children with additional needs. You will provide tailored support, lead engaging activities, and contribute to a nurturing learning environment. With a focus on independence and creativity, this position allows you to inspire young learners while working collaboratively with a passionate staff team. If you're ready to make a difference, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with additional needs.
• Knowledge of educational practices and support strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted support across all curriculum areas.
• Engage children in learning and play activities.

Skills

Experience in UK primary schools

Support in Early Years

Behaviour management

Resource creation

Education

Level 2 Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools

Education Studies Degree

Psychology Degree

Tools

Safeguarding training

Job description

Prospero Teaching is seeking a confident and knowledgeable SEN Teaching Assistant to work in Congleton. The role is full-time, starting in September, and will continue for a full academic year.

The school has a supportive staff team dedicated to providing children with an inspiring and broad educational experience. Children are encouraged to be independent learners through a variety of learning and play opportunities. The successful candidate will provide specific support for one child with additional needs, potentially including autism, although undiagnosed due to the child's age. The role also involves working with groups and individuals on learning, play, and craft activities, contributing to the daily running of the classroom, resource creation, assessments, and behaviour management.

This role will involve:

1. Providing targeted support and interventions across all curriculum areas.
2. Leading groups in activities within core curriculum areas such as Phonics, Reading, Maths, and Writing.
3. Working with individuals on learning and development activities.
4. Preparing resources and maintaining areas within the setting.
5. Carrying out assessments and recording data.
6. Supporting daily routines for children.
7. Engaging children in a range of learning and play activities, both indoors and outdoors.

Position details:

• Location – Congleton
• Duration – Ongoing
• Position – SEN Teaching Assistant
• Hours – Full-time, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm daily

Experience, training, and qualifications:

• Previous experience working in a UK primary school.
• Supporting in Early Years, Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (Minimum Level 2), Education Studies Degree, Psychology Degree, or similar qualifications.
• Up-to-date Safeguarding and Prevent training within the last 12 months – free online Safeguarding training with Prospero is available if needed.

Eligibility requirements with Prospero Teaching:

• Hold the Right to Work in the UK.
• Possess an Enhanced DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to apply for a new one at the cost of £.
• Provide two professional references from the past 2 years.