SEN Teaching Assistant

Academics; Stafford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected education recruiter is seeking a Qualified Teaching Assistant to support children with special educational needs. This role involves engaging with pupils to help them access education and fostering their independence. Ideal candidates will possess excellent communication skills and relevant experience in school environments.

Benefits

Generous rates of pay

Dedicated SEN Consultant

Access to 'Refer a Friend' scheme

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with disabilities or SEN.
• Previous work in school settings.
• Ability to engage and focus students.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across Key Stages within the classroom.
• Facilitate engagement with tasks set by the class teacher.
• Encourage positive interactions and independent success.

Skills

Communication skills

Resilience

Independence encouragement

Education

Qualified Teaching Assistant

Job description

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Could you support children with special educational needs to access education across Newcastle under Lyme? We provide staff to schools across the area, and we believe in the values of kindness, inclusion, and respect- does this sound like you?

Do you have experience of supporting pupils with SEN requirements, additional needs, or disabilities? Are you confident in working with children with autism, cerebral palsy, MLD, SpLD, or other SEN barriers? Have you ever had experience with PECS, Makaton, BSL, or any communication method, and are looking for work in Newcastle under Lyme?

The Job…

You’ll be kept busy, working with pupils across Key Stages within the classroom to access their education. Your days will be varied, supporting children to engage with tasks set by the class teacher, and reach their potential. You’ll take initiative, be resilient, and drive pupils to achieve and progress. You’ll work on learning activities, promote confidence, and encourage pupils to act independently to succeed.

You’ll Be…

* A Qualified Teaching Assistant with experience of children with a disability or SEN
* Experienced working in school environments
* Able to hold student attention and focus with excellent communication skills
* Promote happiness, self-reliance and encourage positive interactions

* Academics are an established and respected education recruiter
* Generous rates of pay
* A dedicated SEN Consultant
* A large number of schools exclusive to Academics
* Honest and friendly service
* Access to our ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme

* ‘I had never registered with an agency before and Academics have been wonderful!’
* ‘A warm, friendly, but professional service’
* ‘I have worked for several teaching agencies in the past, but this is the first time that I have felt like 'more than just a number'

Could this be the role for you? Send your CV over, or give me a call!

Is this role not what you’re looking for? We are constantly in need of talented education staff to fill a wide variety of positions. Please get in touch and we’re happy to discuss our opportunities with you!