SEN Teaching Assistant (Primary)

Vision for Education; Poole; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading special educational needs school in Poole is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support primary pupils with additional needs. The role involves providing tailored one-to-one support, fostering a positive learning environment, and collaborating with educational professionals to ensure each student's success. This position offers competitive daily rates, opportunities for professional development, and a supportive work environment committed to inclusivity.

Benefits

Pension contributions

Guaranteed pay scheme

CPD for professional development

Access to a dedicated consultant

Social and networking events

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with special needs.
• Understanding of various learning styles.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support to a specific student.
• Assist in the implementation of IEPs.
• Collaborate with teachers to adapt teaching methods.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Job description

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An Special Educational Needs (SEN) school based in Poole are currently seeking an SEN Teaching Assistants to start in September or as soon as possible. The school caters for primary pupils aged 6 - 11 years with additional needs, including ASD. The school emphasises the development of core academic understanding, encourages creativity, celebrates outdoor learning and promotes the growth of essential life skills.

The successful Support Assistant will be required to support professionals across the curriculum and school, working directly with pupils to support their learning, and providing 1:1 support and interventions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one support to a specific student, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and behaviour support plans.
• Collaborate with the class teacher and SENCO to adapt teaching materials and methods to meet the unique needs of the student.
• Foster a nurturing and supportive relationship with the student to enhance their social and emotional well-being.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience working with children with special needs or challenging behaviour.
• Understanding of various learning styles and the ability to adapt teaching methods accordingly.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, resilience, and a genuine passion for supporting the educational journey of every child.

What we offer

As part of our team, you benefit from:

· Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration).

· Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).

· Social and networking events.

· Pension contributions.

· CPD to help with your professional development.

· Access to a dedicated consultant.

About us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We’re part of The Edwin Group, an education alliance here to do good and are proud to be named in The Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work in the UK 2024

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.