SEN Teaching Assistant

Horizon Care and Education; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational support organization is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team in the West Midlands. You will assist students with Special Educational Needs in both educational and social contexts, helping them to engage in various activities. The role requires experience with behavioral support needs and a good understanding of management techniques. Competitive pay rates, a Christmas bonus, and ongoing professional development opportunities are included. Join us to make a difference in the lives of young people!

Benefits

Access to Tastecard and Bluelight discounts

Real Living Wage employer

Competitive pay rates

Christmas bonus

Ongoing training and professional development

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Experience working with children who have behavioral support needs.
• Knowledge of behavioral management techniques and strategies.
• Willingness to pursue a teaching assistant qualification.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in their educational and social development.
• Provide support inside and outside of the classroom.
• Work 1:1 with students to give them the help they need.

Skills

Behavioural management techniques

Support for Special Educational Needs

Engaging with students

Education

GCSE Grade C or above in English and Math

Recognised teaching assistant qualification

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Bright Futures, Inspired By You.

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Do you thrive in a dynamic and rewarding environment? If so, Horizon Care and Education is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team.

Dudley Port School is an independent specialist day school providing high-quality education for boys and girls. Based in Tipton, the school meets the diverse needs of pupils aged 11-16 with a range of complex needs including Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs (SEMH).

There s nothing more rewarding than helping someone believe in themselves, have the confidence to celebrate their own uniqueness and achieve success that is personal to them.

What you ll get to do:

• Assisting students in their educational and social development.
• Provide support inside and outside of the classroom, so they can fully engage in a wide range of activities.
• Help to set up activities for students, using technology or adjusting the environment to suit their needs.
• Support teachers, engaging with students, providing learning support, and reacting to situations in the classroom in a positive, non-disruptive manner.
• Working 1:1 with some students, to give them the time and support they need to learn.

What we re looking for from you:

• Experience of working with children who have behavioural support needs with a good knowledge of behavioural management techniques and strategies
• Grade C or above GCSE in English and Math, or L1/2 equivalent functional skills qualification
• Hold or be willing to work towards a recognised teaching assistant qualification

Why work for us?

• Access to Tastecard, Bluelight card and MyGym discounts!
• Real Living Wage employer
• Competitive pay rates
• Christmas bonus
• Generous Refer a Friend Scheme
• Financial wellbeing service
• Life Assurance
• Ongoing training and professional development plus High quality CPD opportunities
• Comprehensive induction programme including face-to-face training, online modules, shadowing, and local induction period.
• Face-to-face therapeutic training and support for all colleagues via our SHINE programme.
• Employee assistance programme free, confidential support.
• Looking after your wellbeing - supporting you need to feel good about what you do. We re in this together.
• Supportive management and senior leaders.

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