SEN Teaching Assistant in Worthing)

Academics Ltd; Worthing; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd in Worthing is recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with autism and complex needs in a dedicated SEN school. You will work with teachers to assist reading and writing, help with play activities, and ensure the safety of the learners in your care.

Typical hours are 08:30–15:30, term-time only, offering a regular ongoing pattern and a meaningful chance to contribute to each learner's progression.

Qualifications

• Experience in SEN settings preferred.
• Ability to support reading and writing activities.
• Patience and empathy when working with children.

Responsibilities

• Support children with reading and writing alongside teachers.
• Assist with play-related activities.
• Ensure the safety of the child/children you are allocated to work with.
• Deliver personal care to children with more severe needs when required.

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Worthing

Do you love working with children and thrive on seeing their progression?

Are you a naturally resilient and empathetic person?

Could you benefit from working school hours and with a regular ongoing shift pattern?

This position could be exactly what you've been looking for!

A specialist SEN school for children with autism and complex needs is welcoming to join their expanding SEN Teaching Assistant team. No day is ever the same in this role, as you will see the young learners go from strength to strength, with a few hurdles to support them over along the way. You will experience various cognitive behaviours and learn different methods to overcome challenges.

What can you expect on a daily basis as a SEN Teaching Assistant?

• Working with teachers to support children with reading and writing
• Assisting with play-related activities
• Ensuring the safety of the child/children you are allocation to work with
• Delivering personal care to children with more severe needs (feeding, cleaning, changing and toileting)

Why is SEN Teaching Assistant work such a great role?

• Initial and ongoing training is provided
• An excellent position for someone who has the ambition to become a teacher
• Fantastic working hours typically of 08:30-15:30 term-time only
• Competitive rate of pay
• Having a really impacting contribution on the upbringing and development of a vulnerable child

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.