SEN Teaching Assistant: Empowering Inclusive Learning

Aquinas Trust; Whitmore; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Aquinas Trust is seeking a patient, enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join our school in Whitmore. The 17.5-hour role supports pupils with Education Health Care Plans, working under teachers to enable access to a broad and balanced curriculum.

You will help pupils in the classroom and outdoor environments, following planned activities, and you should have experience with SEN, ASD/SCD is desirable, and familiarity with Makaton, PECS or sensory strategies would be an advantage.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with SEN children.
• Understanding of ASD/Social Communication Difficulties desirable.
• Knowledge of Makaton, Sensory Integration or PECS would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils to access learning in the classroom and outdoor environments.
• Assist with following teachers' planning and class activities.
• Support effective inclusion and learning for pupils with Education Health Care Plans.

Skills

SEN experience

Job description

Aquinas Trust is seeking a patient, enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join our school in Whitmore. The 17.5-hour role supports pupils with Education Health Care Plans, working under teachers to enable access to a broad and balanced curriculum.

You will help pupils in the classroom and outdoor environments, following planned activities, and you should have experience with SEN, ASD/SCD is desirable, and familiarity with Makaton, PECS or sensory strategies would be an advantage.