SEN Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive; Coventry; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to support vulnerable children in Coventry. This role involves preparing learning materials and providing tailored support to students with special educational needs. With a focus on fostering independence and well-being, you will work closely with experienced consultants to find placements that suit your skills and availability. Enjoy market-leading pay rates and a dedicated support team available around the clock. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students with SEND, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

CPD Courses and Certificates

24/7 Consultant Support

TeacherActive Referral Scheme

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualified with at least 6 months in education.
• Experience supporting students with SEND in a caring manner.

Responsibilities

• Prepare learning materials and provide 1:1 support to students.
• Create a safe environment and adapt teaching to student needs.

Skills

Child Protection and Safeguarding

1:1 and Small Group Support

Calm and Patient Persona

Experience in Educational Establishment

Education

Level 3 Qualification

Minimum 6 Months Experience

Job description

Teacher Active is proud to be working with primary schools in Coventry/Nuneaton that support vulnerable children with Special Needs, which vary from Moderate Learning Disabilities and Severe Learning Difficulties to Challenging Behaviour, Global Developmental Delay, and Autism.

The schools we work with pride themselves on providing extensive support to their students by focusing on desirable behaviour and skills to become independent for life after school. They have created a strategy to build a strong foundation for the development and learning of their students by fostering healthy relationships between teachers and students.

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will help prepare learning material for the class and frequently carry out 1:1 and group learning support for students with additional needs. Working with students that have SEND, you will look after their physical, social, and mental welfare by creating a safe environment for them and adapting your teaching support according to the students' needs.

The schools are looking for a SEND Teaching Assistant that can fill day-to-day, short-term, and long-term placements. They provide an abundance of experience, which can allow you to grow as a teacher while being paid at market-leading rates. We have experienced and dedicated SEND Consultants choosing placements that suit your availability, preference, and skills.

The ideal TA/Teaching Assistant should have the following:

• Level 3 qualified and/or a minimum of 6 months’ experience in an educational establishment
• A calm, patient, and caring persona
• A good understanding of child protection and safeguarding guidelines
• Experience in supporting students in their education on a 1:1 and small group basis

In return for the above, you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and conditions apply*
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme- Receive up to £200 when you refer a friend *Terms and Conditions apply*

All our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, ensuring that you’re paying the correct level of Tax and National Insurance, with no admin charges deducted from your hard-earned cash.

If you are interested in this position or want to hear about any of my other opportunities, please click ‘apply’ now, and I will be in touch with you to discuss further.

0121 200 3224

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks, and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service and can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

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