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SEN Teaching Assistant

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Newton Abbot

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GBP 18,000 - 26,000

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Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants for a long-term role in Newton Abbot. This rewarding position involves supporting students with complex needs, providing personalized guidance, and fostering an inclusive learning environment. The ideal candidates will demonstrate resilience, patience, and effective communication skills while collaborating with educators and parents to develop comprehensive support plans. Join a team committed to making a difference in students' lives and enjoy the flexibility and support of a respected recruitment agency dedicated to your success.

Benefits

Competitive compensation rates
Flexible work-life balance
Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

  • Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection is essential.
  • Ability to work across KS1-4 settings with challenging behavior.

Responsibilities

  • Guide students as Learning Mentor, offering personalized support.
  • Collaborate with teachers and parents to develop support plans.
  • Foster a nurturing environment to improve social interactions.

Skills

Effective communication
Patience
Empathy
Flexibility
Adaptability

Education

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Full time – long term role – term time only

ASAP START DATE

At GSL Education we are supporting an SEND school in NEWTON ABBOTT who are seeking TA’s to join their team on a part time basis.

The school provides a personalised wrap-around education package to students with complex needs or EHCP pupils at risk of having to be educated in residential placements.

Every child has a high level of support often including one to one support and bespoke timetables following thematic learning experiences. A wide range of personalised learning in and out of the classroom is designed to engage the student, build resilience and provide the foundation for rapid academic progress.

THE SCHOOL HAS MULTIPLE SETTINGS AND WE ARE SEEKING THOSE HAPPY TO WORK ACROSS KS1-4.

These roles are tough, the children present very challenging behaviour and you will need to be resilient and committed to this role.

Responsibilities:

  • Guide students as Learning Mentor, offering personalised guidance and support.
  • Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and parents to develop comprehensive support plans.
  • Foster a nurturing environment that promotes improved social interactions and communication skills.
  • Assist with daily tasks, academic activities, and implement effective interventions to address behavior challenges and promote positive outcomes.

Requirements:

  • Be available asap on a full time basis
  • Effective communication abilities to ensure clear interactions
  • Demonstrated Patience and Empathy along with flexibility and adaptability
  • Dedication to the Success of Students

Why Choose GSL Education?

  • GSL Education, a respected and independent recruitment agency, supports educators nationwide across the UK.
  • Benefit from competitive compensation rates tailored to candidates.
  • Our services are personalized, with dedicated consultants guiding you to secure your ideal position.
  • Experience a flexible work-life balance tailored to suit your lifestyle.
  • Rest assured, we are dedicated to upholding high standards of quality and safeguarding.

If you are dedicated and qualified for this opportunity and ready to contribute to the inclusive education of students, please apply for the advert and submit your CV.

To work with GSL Education, you should:

  • Have the right to work in the UK.
  • Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
  • Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.

Please be advised that this role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection or willingness to take a course on safeguarding that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

For more information about any of the positions mentioned above, please contact Gen Currie at GSL Education as soon as possible. DIRECT LINE: 01752 429 845

CVs to be sent to: Genevieve.curriegsleducation

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