Sen Teaching Assistant

anzuk Education; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

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Job summary

ANZUK Education is working with an SEN School in the Gillingham area to appoint a Primary SEN Teaching Assistant to join their outstanding team.

You will support pupils with SEND through 1:1 and small-group work under the guidance of the class teacher, contributing to a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

This full-time role runs from 08:30 to 15:30, with potential to secure a permanent position.

Qualifications

• Experience working in SEND settings with pupils who have profound, severe and complex needs.
• Ability to support learning through 1:1 and small-group work under supervision.
• Flexibility to work full-time within school hours.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEND to access learning through 1:1 and small-group work.
• Assist during transitions, breaktimes, trips and specialist activities.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
• Accurately record observations to support assessment and planning.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, families and external professionals.

Skills

SEND/TA qualification

Experience in SEND

Strong communication skills

Personal care support

Education

SEN/TA qualification

Job description

ANZUK Education is working with an SEN School set within the Gillingham area seeking to appoint a Primary SEN Teaching Assistant to join their outstanding team.

Join a welcoming SEND school in Gillingham that is passionate about supporting children with profound, severe and complex needs, and committed to helping every child reach their full potential. As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils' learning through one-to-one and small-group work, under the guidance of the class teacher. You will also be a valued and integral member of a supportive school team, working together to make a meaningful difference every day.

• Job Title: Primary SEN Teaching Assistant
• Location: Gillingham
• Pay Range: £95 per day
• Contract Type: Full-Time (Mon - Friday)
• Hours: 08:30 - 15:30
• Opportunity to apply for a permanent position

About the role:

• Support pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) to access learning and achieve their individual outcomes
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support under the direction of the class teacher and SEN team
• Support pupils during transitions, breaktimes, trips and specialist activities
• Maintain a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment
• Accurately record observations and feedback to support assessment and planning
• Uphold safeguarding, confidentiality and health & safety procedures
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, families and external professionals

Desirable skills & experience:

• Experience working within a SEND school or SEND mainstream provision (primary or secondary)
• A passion for supporting children with SEND, including profound, severe and complex needs
• SEND/TA qualification (desirable)
• Flexibility and resilience in a highly rewarding but demanding environment
• Strong communication skills, including use of non-verbal communication methods
• Ability to support personal care, including feeding, toileting and moving & handling, with dignity and respect
• Ability to work full-time school hours

Benefits of working with ANZUK Education:

• Ready2Work app - Control your availability, bookings and schedule - all from one place. Crystal-clear pay - No surprises. PAYE or Umbrella - you choose, we guide.
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