SEN Teaching Assistant - Halifax

Protocol Education Ltd; Halifax; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Flexible hours

Ongoing training

Consultant support

Local school placements

Job summary

Protocol Education in Halifax is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs in local schools. You will provide 1:1 and small group support to help students access lessons and build confidence.

A patient, empathetic approach and strong communication are essential. Qualifications are beneficial but not required, with full training and ongoing development offered.

Qualifications

• Patience and empathy when supporting pupils with SEN.
• Strong communication with pupils, parents, and staff.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and colleagues.
• Resilience and adaptability in fast-paced school settings.
• Experience or willingness to work with diverse needs (ASC, ADHD, SEMH).

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEN.
• Assist with implementing individual education plans (IEPs).
• Support students with Autism, ADHD, SEMH and learning difficulties.
• Promote positive behaviour and engagement in lessons.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs and support staff.
• Encourage independence, confidence and personal development.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Resilience

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Halifax

Protocol Education

Protocol Education is currently recruiting a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in schools across Halifax.

This rewarding role involves working closely with students who require additional support, helping them achieve both academically and socially within a positive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEN.


• Assist with implementing individual education plans (IEPs).


• Support students with a range of needs including Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH and learning difficulties.


• Promote positive behaviour and engagement in lessons.


• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and other support staff.


• Encourage independence, confidence and personal development.

Requirements:

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN is desirable.


• A patient, empathetic and resilient approach.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.


• Relevant qualifications are beneficial but not essential.

What Protocol Education Offers:

• Competitive daily rates of pay.


• Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities.


• Ongoing training and professional development.


• Dedicated support from an experienced consultant.


• Opportunities to work in a variety of local schools.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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