SEN Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; Erith; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant in Erith. The role involves supporting students with Special Educational Needs, assisting with their learning goals, and collaborating with educational professionals. Candidates should hold relevant qualifications and prior experience with SEN students is desirable. The position offers daily pay rates and the potential for long-term engagement.

Benefits

FREE online safeguarding training

Qualifications

• Level 2 or 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning.
• Minimum of GCSEs in English and Maths.
• Enhanced DBS clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans for SEN students.
• Provide one-to-one support to SEN students.
• Collaborate with educational professionals to support SEN students.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Empathy

Education

Level 2 or 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools

Minimum of GCSEs in English and Maths

Job description

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location:

England, Greater London, Erith

Job Type:

Contract, expected to work Full-Time hours

Primary Industry:

Education and Training

Salary:

£85 - £100 Per day

Benefits:

PAYE

Job Duties:

1. Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN).

2. Support the classroom teacher in delivering tailored learning activities to meet the needs of SEN students.

3. Provide one-to-one or small group support to students with SEN to help them achieve their learning goals.

4. Assist with the management of student behaviour and engagement within the classroom setting.

5. Collaborate with other professionals, such as educational psychologists and speech therapists, to support SEN students effectively.

Required Qualifications:

1. Level 2 or 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools or equivalent.

2. Understanding of SEN strategies and best practises in an educational setting.

3. Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance.

Education:

Minimum of GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.

Experience:

Prior experience working with children or young people with SEN is desirable.

Knowledge and Skills:

1. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

2. Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

3. Patience, empathy, and understanding towards students with SEN.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools.

2. First Aid certification.

Working Conditions:

1. Work primarily within a school setting.

2. Full-time hours, Monday to Friday.

3. May involve some physical activity and lifting.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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