SEN Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. in Scunthorpe is seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants to support children with additional needs in a Special Educational Needs (SEN) school.

This full-time role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in pupils' learning, development and wellbeing in a nurturing environment. You will work alongside teachers to provide pupils with the support they need to thrive, helping foster confidence, independence and social skills while maintaining a safe learning

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with additional needs is beneficial but not essential.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexible and positive approach to learning.
• Willingness to learn within SEN setting.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with special educational needs throughout the school day.
• Assisting teachers with classroom activities and learning tasks.
• Encouraging communication, social interaction and independence.
• Providing individual support in line with pupils' needs.
• Helping maintain a safe, positive learning environment.
• Working as part of a team to ensure every pupil receives the best possible support.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Willingness to learn

Empathy

Job description

Location: Scunthorpe

Job Type: Full-Time

Setting: Special Educational Needs (SEN) School

Make a Difference Every Day!

Are you caring, patient and passionate about supporting children with additional needs? We are currently recruiting Level 1 Teaching Assistants for full-time positions at a SEN school in Scunthorpe.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who want to make a positive difference in the lives of children and young people, supporting their learning, development and wellbeing in a nurturing school environment.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside teachers and other support staff to provide pupils with the support they need to thrive. You will help create a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment, encouraging pupils to develop their confidence, independence and social skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with special educational needs throughout the school day.
• Assisting teachers with classroom activities and learning tasks.
• Encouraging communication, social interaction and independence.
• Providing individual support in line with pupils' needs.
• Helping maintain a safe, positive and supportive learning environment.
• Working as part of a team to ensure every pupil receives the best possible support.

What We're Looking For

• A caring, patient and enthusiastic attitude.
• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• A flexible and positive approach.
• A willingness to learn and develop within an SEN setting.
• Previous experience supporting children with additional needs is beneficial but not essential, depending on the school's requirements.

Why Apply?

• Full-time work in a specialist school setting.
• The opportunity to make a real difference every day.
• Valuable experience within special educational needs education.
• The chance to work alongside a dedicated team of education professionals.

All appointments will be subject to the relevant safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check where required.