SEN Teaching Assistant

New Directions; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Une école primaire à Manchester recherche un Supply SEN Teaching Assistant expérimenté pour fournir un soutien intensif aux élèves ayant des besoins éducatifs spéciaux complexes. Vous travaillerez en étroite collaboration avec le personnel scolaire pour créer un environnement d'apprentissage encourageant et sécurisant, en adaptant les approches pédagogiques aux besoins spécifiques des élèves. Nous recherchons un candidat patient et empathique, titulaire des qualifications requises, engagé dans la promotion du bien-être des enfants.

Benefits

Gestionnaire de compte dédié et expert

Travail de remplacement régulier et varié

Taux de rémunération compétitifs

Potential long-term teaching roles

Conformité totale avec la réglementation des travailleurs intérimaires

Qualifications

• Qualifications de Teaching Assistant niveau 2 ou 3 ou expérience équivalente.
• Expérience de travail avec des enfants ayant des besoins complexes.
• Compréhension solide des stratégies et interventions SEND.

Responsibilities

• Fournir un soutien individualisé aux élèves avec des besoins SEND complexes.
• Mettre en œuvre des plans d'apprentissage personnalisés sous la direction du SENCO.
• Promouvoir l'inclusion et le bien-être des élèves dans l'école.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

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We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Supply SEN Teaching Assistant to join a primary school in Manchester from September. This role involves providing intensive support to pupils with complex special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), ensuring their individual learning and development needs are met in a nurturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:
Provide one-to-one or small group support to pupils with complex SEND needs
Assist with personal care routines and support pupils’ physical, emotional, and educational needs
Implement personalised learning plans and interventions under the guidance of SENCO and teaching staff
Support communication, social interaction, and behaviour management strategies tailored to individual pupils
Facilitate access to the curriculum through adaptive resources and differentiated approaches
Maintain detailed records of pupil progress and liaise with teachers and specialists as required
Promote the inclusion and wellbeing of pupils within the school community
Adhere to safeguarding policies and support a safe, supportive learning environment

Person Specification:
Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent experience
Experience working with children with complex SEND, including physical, learning, and behavioural difficulties
Strong understanding of SEND strategies and interventions
Patience, empathy, and a calm approach to challenging situations
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)

Desirable Experience:
Previous experience supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), or other specific learning difficulties
Knowledge of Makaton, PECS, or other alternative communication methods
Experience working in a specialist SEND setting or resource base

What New Directions Education Ltd offers:

• A dedicated and expert Account Manager
• Regular and varied supply work
• Competitive rates of pay
• Potential long-term teaching roles
• Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
• A network of branches across the UK
• Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
• Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry

We are fully committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must undertake a full enhanced DBS (formerly CRB) check.

Please New Directions Education Ltd, Manchester branch, for more information on this job vacancy, on 0161 636 9450 or click Apply Now to enquire about this job vacancy.

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.