Sen Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD and SEN-focused training

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is assisting a specialist SEN school in Shrewsbury with immediate opportunities for Level 2 qualified Teaching Assistants. You will support pupils with diverse SEN, assist teachers and work as part of a specialist team to promote learning and personal development.

Ideal candidates will have a Level 2 qualification, a patient and adaptable approach, and strong communication skills to engage learners aged 2 to 25 in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent.
• Experience working with children or young people desirable.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEN or complex needs desirable.
• Patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a wide range of SEN and complex learning needs.
• Assist teachers and specialist staff with learning and classroom activities.
• Provide individual and small-group support where required.
• Help pupils develop communication, social, emotional and independence skills.
• Support pupils with personal development and engagement in learning.
• Encourage positive behaviour and participation throughout the school day.
• Adapt approach to meet individual pupil needs.
• Build positive relationships with pupils.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and wider support staff.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

Skills

Support SEN pupils

Adaptable approach

Communication skills

Education

Level 2 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant

Immediate Opportunities in Specialist SEN Education

Location: Shrewsbury, Shropshire

Supply Bank of Supporting Education Group, a partner of Teaching Personnel, is supporting a specialist SEN school in the Shrewsbury area with the recruitment of Level 2 qualified Teaching Assistants.

The school provides education and support for pupils and young people aged approximately 2 to 25 years, with a wide range of additional and complex special educational needs. The setting offers a highly supportive and specialist environment where staff work closely with pupils to promote their learning, communication, independence and personal development.

Excellent opportunity for educators looking for consistent and flexible work within a specialist SEN setting.

The Role

• Support pupils with a wide range of SEN and complex learning needs
• Assist teachers and specialist staff with learning and classroom activities
• Provide individual and small-group support where required
• Help pupils develop communication, social, emotional and independence skills
• Support pupils with their personal development and engagement in learning
• Encourage positive behaviour and participation throughout the school day
• Adapt your approach to meet individual pupil needs
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and wider support staff
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment

Ideal Candidates Will Have

• A Level 2 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Childcare, Education, or a relevant equivalent qualification
• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable
• Experience supporting pupils with SEN or complex needs is highly desirable
• A patient, caring and adaptable approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work effectively as part of a specialist education team
• A genuine interest in supporting children and young people to reach their potential

Requirements

• Level 2 qualification is essential
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply
• Commitment to safeguarding and child protection
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils
• Relevant experience in education, childcare, SEN or support settings preferred
• Reliability and flexibility to support regular morning bookings

Benefits

• Regular morning Teaching Assistant opportunities
• Day-to-day, long-term and flexible supply work
• Competitive rates of pay based on experience and role
• Support from experienced education consultants
• Opportunities to gain valuable experience within specialist SEN education
• Access to CPD and SEN-focused training
• Potential long-term and permanent career opportunities
• Ongoing support from Supply Bank of Supporting Education Group, a partner of Teaching Personnel

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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