SEN Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive; Southampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational provider in Southampton is seeking a SEND Learning Support Assistant to support students with additional needs. This role involves working closely with children across all Key Stages to help them achieve their educational goals and develop their social and emotional skills. Ideal candidates will have a nurturing nature and the ability to build meaningful connections with students.

Benefits

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

CPD Courses and certificates

Market leading rates of pay

TeacherActive Referral Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with additional needs.
• Ability to build strong relationships with young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional and academic support in 1:1 or small group settings.
• Assist students with behaviour plans and therapeutic techniques.

Skills

Patience

Proactive Thinking

Communication

Job description

Job Title: SEND Learning Support Assistant

Location: Southampton

Start Date: Immediate Start

Are you a looking to work in a SEND provision?

Do you have experiencing supporting children with additional needs and/or disabilities?

Do you have a patient and nurturing nature?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a SEND school in Southampton, supporting with their recruitment for a SEND Learning Support Assistant / LSA. The setting is centred on pupil’s development, as well as an intrinsic desire to make progress both academically and with their own emotional, social and behavioural skills.

The outstanding school is seeking a passionate team player to take on this long term role. The successful SEND Learning Support Assistant / LSA will bring a new dimension and skill set to this role, be keen to develop their own skills to adapt to the children’s individual needs and have a positive impact on the wider school.

The position will involve working with students across all Key Stages with diagnosis of ASD, attachment difficulties, social, emotional and mental health needs and challenging behaviours. A proactive thinker with the ability to take control of situations confidently is necessary. You will work either 1:1 or in small groups and provide emotional and academic support that enables them to access their education, this includes breaking down learning, using strategies and behaviour plans and applying therapeutic techniques.

The successful SEND Learning Support Assistant / SEND LSA will have:

• Build strong, supportive relationships with young people to assist them academically and emotionally.
• Model high standards of dress, punctuality, and attendance.
• Support the safeguarding and welfare of children by adhering to school policies and procedures.
• Assist students in adhering to their individual behaviour plans and strategies.
• Act proactively to ensure a safe and healthy environment.
• Communicate effectively with the Senior Leadership Team, staff, parents, and external agencies when needed.
• Maintain accurate and detailed student records in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate initiative and creativity when identifying and solving problems.

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and Conditions apply*
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend *Terms and Conditions apply*

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

CONTACT NUMBER: 02380002400

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



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