SEN Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An outstanding Primary School in Wokingham is seeking a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support students with special educational needs. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience working with children facing complex learning disabilities. You will assist both individually and in groups, helping to assess and accommodate the diverse learning needs of each pupil. This position is perfect for graduates looking to make a real difference in the lives of young learners while developing essential skills in a rewarding environment. Join a dedicated team and grow your career in education!

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs is desirable.
• A graduate with a degree graded 2:2 or above is ideal for this role.

Responsibilities

• Assisting students in learning on a 1 to 1 basis and in groups.
• Managing behavior and encouraging engagement in the classroom.

Skills

Support for Special Educational Needs

Behavior Management

Communication Skills

Engagement Techniques

Education

Bachelor's Degree (2:2 or above)

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SEN Teaching Assistant – Wokingham, Berkshire – September Start

Are you interested in supporting children with Special Needs?

Would you like to build your experience working with Complex Learning Disabilities?

An outstanding Primary School in Wokingham is looking for an ambitious and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to work with pupils that have special educational needs. As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will be assisting students in their learning both on a 1 to 1 basis and in group scenarios, assessing and accommodating the individual learning needs of students, and reporting progress of individual pupils.

This is an exciting opportunity for a graduate or experienced teaching assistant to develop their experience with Special Educational Needs and Behavioural Needs. A graduate with a degree graded 2:2 or above is ideal for this role, and some previous experience working with SEN children is desirable.

The SEN Teaching Assistant role is a fantastic way to get your ‘foot in the door’, providing the opportunity to work closely and network with other teams of professionals. You will gain relevant experience and expand your skillset and knowledge. The SEN Teaching Assistant will give you essential experience within a challenging, yet rewarding environment.

The school is looking for a confident, dedicated, and passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people with special needs. You will be responsible for supporting the classroom teacher to enable them to teach effectively. This includes managing behavior, keeping children on task, encouraging engagement, and communicating with teachers and their peers.