SEN Teaching Assistant. Job in Mansfield Education & Training Jobs

TeacherActive; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate and dedicated teaching assistant to support students with special educational needs. In this rewarding role, you will work closely with children facing challenges such as Autism, ADHD, and learning difficulties, ensuring they receive the care and educational support they deserve. The ideal candidate will possess patience, sensitivity, and excellent communication skills, adapting to each child's unique needs. Join a supportive team that values your contributions and offers flexible working opportunities in a nurturing environment.

Benefits

Dedicated team of consultants available 24/7

Guaranteed payment scheme

CPD courses and certificates

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with special educational needs.
• Ability to support children's physical, social, and emotional welfare.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to children with various special educational needs.
• Adapt teaching support according to students' needs.

Skills

Sensitivity and understanding

Patience

Active listening skills

Flexibility

Excellent verbal communication

Education

Enhanced DBS Disclosure

Legal right to work in the UK

Job description

We are working alongside a fantastic special educational needs school in Mansfield to find an experienced, enthusiastic, and naturally caring teaching assistant to register with us and join a school where everyone is valued and treated with dignity and respect.

Role Overview

When working with children with special educational needs, you need to be patient, highly understanding, and extremely caring to provide the best possible educational journey for each student, as everyone deserves.

Availability

We offer full-time and part-time roles, including day-to-day work, short-term, and long-term positions.

Potential Student Needs

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you may work with students with various needs, including:

• ASD (Autism)
• ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
• MLD (Mild Learning Difficulties)
• SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties)
• SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health)

Key Skills and Qualities

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• Sensitivity and understanding
• Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• Active listening skills
• Ability to support children's physical, social, and emotional welfare
• Flexibility and openness to change
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Ability to adapt teaching support according to students' needs

Essential Requirements

• Enhanced DBS Disclosure (preferably on the update service; we can assist with application)
• Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable)
• Professional reference checks
• CV covering the last 5 years of employment where possible
• Legal right to work in the UK

Benefits

In return, you can expect:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to assist with onboarding
• Guaranteed payment scheme (terms and conditions apply)
• CPD courses and certificates via the My-Progression channel

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, ensuring proper tax and National Insurance contributions.

Application Process

If you believe you are a perfect fit, please click APPLY NOW. We will contact you to discuss the opportunity and invite you to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID verification, and professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service and offer a wide range of opportunities in schools and educational institutions, with flexible timings and competitive pay rates.

External audits confirm our high standards. We are passionate about matching the right staff to each environment.

Equal Opportunities

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business, providing temporary or contract staffing services.