SEN Teaching Assistant

Academics; Retford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Love2Shop vouchers

Flexible start dates

Job summary

Academics in Retford is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs in mainstream schools across Retford. You will work 1:1, in small groups or with the class, helping pupils access learning.

The role requires understanding of SEN, patience, good communication and teamwork. Enhanced DBS is preferred; flexible start dates and ongoing support from education consultants are offered.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN.
• Experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant, TA, LSA or similar.
• Ability to adapt support to meet individual pupil needs.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEN within mainstream classrooms.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support where required.
• Help pupils access the curriculum and engage with learning.
• Support pupils' communication, confidence and independence.
• Encourage positive behaviour using appropriate strategies.
• Work closely with teachers and other school staff.
• Adapt support to meet individual pupil needs.
• Follow safeguarding and school policies.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork skills

Patience and calmness

Education

Enhanced DBS Certificate

SEN qualifications or training

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Retford

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity within a mainstream school in Retford?

Academics, an established Education Agency, are acting as an agency and are recruiting an SEN Teaching Assistant to work across supportive mainstream schools throughout Retford. This is a temporary, flexible ongoing supply opportunity for an SEN Teaching Assistant with experience supporting pupils with additional needs.

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Retford, Nottinghamshire

Contract: Temporary, flexible ongoing supply

Pay: £92.56 - £100 per day (dependent on experience, training, qualifications and client rate available, paid via PAYE - no umbrella company fees, inclusive of holiday pay)

Start Date: ASAP or a start date that works for you

About the Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils with a range of additional needs within mainstream schools across Retford. Support may include working on a 1:1 basis, in small groups or alongside the class teacher to help pupils access learning.

The SEN Teaching Assistant role would suit someone who has a good understanding of SEN and is confident adapting their approach to meet individual needs. Experience supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH, communication difficulties or other additional needs would be beneficial.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEN within mainstream classrooms
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support where required
• Help pupils access the curriculum and engage with learning
• Support pupils' communication, confidence and independence
• Encourage positive behaviour using appropriate strategies
• Work closely with teachers and other school staff
• Adapt support to meet individual pupil needs
• Follow safeguarding and school policies

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN
• Experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant, Teaching Assistant, LSA or similar
• Understanding of a range of additional needs
• Patient, calm and supportive approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Enhanced DBS Certificate, or willingness to obtain one
• Relevant SEN qualifications or training are desirable

What Academics Offer

• Flexible SEN Teaching Assistant opportunities across Retford
• Competitive daily rates
• Variety of welcoming mainstream schools
• Potential long-term and permanent opportunities
• Ongoing support from experienced education consultants
• ASAP / flexible start dates
• Up to £75 Love2Shop vouchers through our refer-a-friend scheme

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy