Sen Teaching Assistant

PK Education Limited; North East; Presencial; GBP 18.000 - 24.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

PK Education is looking for caring, patient and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils with special educational needs in our partner schools across Northumberland, particularly Morpeth and the surrounding area.

You will work with teachers to support pupils in inclusive classrooms, helping them feel safe, included and ready to learn, with opportunities to develop communication, social and behavioural skills.

Formación

• Experience supporting children or young people with additional needs, whether in education, care, youth work or a similar setting.
• A calm, patient approach and the ability to build trusting relationships.
• Good communication skills and a willingness to work as part of a team.
• A commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
• A relevant Teaching Assistant qualification is welcomed, although practical experience is also valued.

Responsabilidades

• Providing individual and small-group support tailored to pupils' needs.
• Supporting pupils with autism, learning difficulties or social, emotional and mental health needs.
• Encouraging engagement, independence and positive relationships.
• Helping pupils manage emotions and supporting positive behaviour.
• Working with school staff to follow individual support plans.

Conocimientos

Calm and patient

Communication skills

Teamwork

Safeguarding commitment

Educación

Teaching Assistant qualification (Welcome)

Descripción del empleo

Do you enjoy helping children build confidence, overcome challenges and achieve things they never thought possible?

PK Education is looking for caring, patient and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils in our partner schools across Northumberland, particularly Morpeth and the surrounding area.

With several schools in the area, we'd love to hear from people looking for a rewarding role where their support can make a real difference.

The role

You will work alongside teachers to support pupils with special educational needs, helping them feel safe, included and ready to learn. Your responsibilities may include:

• Providing individual and small-group support tailored to pupils' needs.

• Supporting pupils with autism, learning difficulties or social, emotional and mental health needs.

• Encouraging engagement, independence and positive relationships.

• Helping pupils manage emotions and supporting positive behaviour.

• Working with school staff to follow individual support plans.

What we're looking for

• Experience supporting children or young people with additional needs, whether in education, care, youth work or a similar setting.

• A calm, patient approach and the ability to build trusting relationships.

• Good communication skills and a willingness to work as part of a team.

• A commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

• A relevant Teaching Assistant qualification is welcomed, although practical experience is also valued.

Why PK Education?

We take the time to understand your experience, availability and the type of school environment where you'll thrive. You'll have a dedicated consultant to support you throughout the recruitment process and your placement.

All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check. Applicants should hold a suitable DBS registered on the Update Service or be willing to apply for a new one.