SEN Teaching Assistant

School & College; Waverley, Guildford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A special educational needs institution in the UK is seeking Teaching Assistants to support autistic children in small classes. The role involves delivering personalized lessons to enhance pupils' learning and emotional growth in a supportive environment. Successful candidates will receive extensive training by experts and benefit from a generous package including a joining bonus, career advancement opportunities, and flexible working during term time. This is an exciting opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in children's lives.

Benefits

£1000 joining bonus

Career advancement opportunities

Fully funded training pathways

Company benefits including pension and bonuses

Free Parking or Transport

Qualifications

• Professional, personal or voluntary experience of working with children and disabilities.
• Ability to keep calm in high pressure situations.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Encourage pupils' learning and improve their social and emotional development.
• Provide individualized teaching support and prepare lessons.
• Assist with breaktime duties.

Skills

Experience with children and disabilities

Calmness under pressure

Positive attitude

Education

Minimum Grade C/4 GCSE in English Language & Maths

Job description

Calling all Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants and Nursery Workers…

• Are you looking to build a promising career in Special Educational Needs?
• Would you like access to a wide range of fully funded qualification and training opportunities?
• Do you have a passion for helping others and want to learn more about supporting autistic children?

If this sounds like you, at Jigsaw School we have a fantastic opportunity for enthusiastic and motivated individuals with an interest in behaviourally based teaching to join our team! Working one to one with pupils within small classes and in groups, you will design, plan and deliver teaching sessions to encourage pupils learning and progression as well as improve their social and emotional development. You will receive extensive training in strategies and interventions that encourage positive outcomes and development of our pupils as well as receiving support and regular supervision from some of the UK’s leading and internationally recognised Behaviour Analytic experts. All whilst making a real difference to the lives of autistic young people.

Benefits of a Teaching Role at Jigsaw School

• £1000 joining bonus and Regular pay progression within just 6 months of starting
• Career advancement opportunities to senior roles such as Lead Teacher and Class Supervisor
• An impressive range of fully funded training pathways
• Opportunity to work alongside a multidisciplinary team of behaviour analysts, speech & language therapists and occupational therapists
• Term time only working
• Free Parking or Transport from Guildford and Cranleigh to school and back each day
• Company benefits including – pension scheme, performance related bonus scheme, annual salary progression, staff recognition days, High Street discount platform and a comprehensive wellbeing and employee assistance programme

Training & Development Opportunities

• Access to a wide range of Education & Childcare courses including RQF CACHE Level 2, 3 & 4 in Early Years, Learning Difficulties and Teaching & Learning
• Behaviour analysis specific qualifications including CABAS teaching ranks, Registered Behaviour Technician (RBT), Board Certified Behaviour Analysis certification (BCBA), UK Society for Behaviour Analysis certification (UKBA(cert))
• Regular industry training in Safeguarding, Emergency Medication, Behaviour Management, Personal Care, Autism and more

Responsibilities of the role

• Working 1 to 1 within small classes encouraging pupils learning and progression as well as improving their social and emotional development.
• Providing teaching and support to our pupils, following individualised curriculum plans
• Preparing and delivering lessons and activities, focusing largely on communication and life skills
• Contributing to research and undertaking training to support your personal development
• Supporting pupils’ participation in trips, applying theory-based learning to practice
• Assisting with breaktime duties including playground support and snack times

To be successful in this role you will need

• Professional, personal or voluntary experience of working with children and disabilities
• Minimum Grade C/4 GCSE in English Language & Maths or equivalent
• Confident working with children who exhibit behaviours that challenges
• Confident supporting others with personal/intimate care where required
• Ability to keep calm in high pressure situations
• Commitment to our regular and ongoing professional development programme and training
• A positive, ‘can-do’ attitude

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

How to apply

To find out more and apply please visit our dedicated careers website at https://careersatjigsaw.co.uk