SEN Teaching Assistant

Visionedu; York; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education agency is seeking SEN Teaching Assistants to support students with various additional needs in York. The role offers flexibility for part-time or full-time work, with responsibilities including providing personalized support and promoting an inclusive learning environment. Ideal candidates will have experience with SEN and strong communication skills. Join a supportive team dedicated to fostering student development and well-being.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates

Guaranteed pay scheme

Social and networking events

Pension contributions

CPD for professional development

Access to a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with students with SEN is preferred.
• Familiarity with different SEN conditions and strategies to support students.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with SEN in their educational and personal development.
• Promote an inclusive learning environment by adapting materials.
• Support the classroom teacher by facilitating student engagement.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Team Player

Job description

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Applicants from a care background are welcome to apply.

York

Part Time / Full Time

Long Term / Permanent / Temp to Perm

The School and Role

Vision for Education are looking for a number of SEN Teaching Assistants to work in a number of our client schools, supporting pupils with a mix of additional needs such as ASC, ADHD, Dyslexia, Global Development Delay, PMLD, and challenging and disruptive behaviour. Working on a full time or part time basis, offering the flexibility to work around other commitments if needed.

Vision for Education currently have a number of day to day, long term and permanent roles available for immediate and March starts.

We understand that everyone has unique preferences, abilities, and career aspirations, which is why our dedicated consultants work closely with you to ensure that every opportunity aligns with your specific requirements.

Responsibilities – Can Include

Provide Support: Assist students with SEN in their educational and personal development, implementing individualized support strategies to meet their specific needs.

Inclusion and Differentiation: Promote an inclusive learning environment by differentiating instruction and adapting materials to ensure all students can access the curriculum.

Classroom Assistance: Support the classroom teacher by facilitating student engagement, managing behaviour, and providing one-on-one or small group assistance during lessons.

Personal Care: Provide personal care and support, if required, to students with physical or medical needs, ensuring their safety, comfort, and well-being.

Collaborative Approach: Work closely with the classroom teacher, SEN coordinators, and other professionals to create and implement individual education plans (IEPs) and contribute to the overall development of students.

Progress Monitoring: Observe and assess student progress, record achievements, and provide feedback to teachers and parents or guardians.

Building Relationships: Establish positive relationships with students, promoting their self-esteem, confidence, and independence, while also maintaining effective communication with parents or guardians.

Requirements

Relevant Experience: Previous experience working with students with SEN is preferred, whether in a school, childcare, or other educational settings. However, candidates from a care background do excel in these roles.

Knowledge and Understanding: Familiarity with different SEN conditions and a good understanding of strategies to support students with additional needs.

Patience and Empathy: Demonstrate patience, empathy, and a nurturing approach when working with students, understanding their unique challenges and providing appropriate support.

Flexibility: Adaptability to work effectively in different classrooms, supporting students across various age groups and educational settings.

Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with students, teachers, parents, and other professionals, building positive relationships and promoting collaboration.

Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, supporting colleagues and contributing to the inclusive and supportive ethos of the school.

Moving and Handling Training (Non-Essential): Possess valid and up-to-date "Moving and Handling" training certification, ensuring the safe and appropriate assistance of students with physical disabilities or mobility challenges.

What We Offer

As a Teaching Assistant for Vision for Education, you will benefit from:

Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system.

Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).

Social and networking events.

Pension contributions.

CPD to help with your professional development.

Access to a dedicated consultant.

About Us

The Edwin Group is a Top 10 UK-employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023. Rated as 'Excellent' by our staff in all categories and recognised as having industry leading and world-class levels of employee engagement across the Group.

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How To Apply

If you are a educator who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on, or email

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