SEN Teaching Assistant – Empower Inclusive Learning

Cornwall Council Jobs and Careers; Falmouth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Mawnan C of E VA Primary School in Mawnan Smith is seeking a skilled practitioner to provide child-centred support for pupils with special educational needs within a mainstream primary setting.

You will work under the direction of the class teacher and SENDCo to promote safety, emotional regulation, engagement and independence, delivering agreed interventions and recording progress for review with families and professionals.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEND in a mainstream primary setting.
• Ability to observe, record and report clearly to teachers and SENDCo.
• Warmth, adaptability, professional judgement and high expectations for pupils.

Responsibilities

• Build positive, professional relationships with pupils.
• Respond to signs of anxiety or dysregulation with calm approaches.
• Support pupil emotional regulation, communication and independence.
• Deliver agreed interventions and maintain progress records.
• Collaborate with teachers, families and external professionals.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Observation skills

Teamwork

Job description

Mawnan C of E VA Primary School in Mawnan Smith is seeking a skilled practitioner to provide child-centred support for pupils with special educational needs within a mainstream primary setting.

You will work under the direction of the class teacher and SENDCo to promote safety, emotional regulation, engagement and independence, delivering agreed interventions and recording progress for review with families and professionals.