SEN Teaching Assistant — Primary Support & Inclusion

Supply Staff Limited; Henstridge; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay rates

Job summary

Supply Staff Ltd is seeking caring SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils with additional learning needs in primary schools around Nailsea, Somerset. Ideal candidates have prior experience supporting children and a passion for helping learners overcome barriers to progress.

Role involves assisting teachers with adapting activities, supporting communication and social development, and promoting positive behaviours.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children in educational/childcare settings.
• SEN experience is desirable.
• Patient, understanding and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Assist teachers in adapting activities to different learning abilities.
• Help pupils develop communication, social and learning skills.
• Encourage positive behaviour, engagement and independence.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other staff.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and support pupil wellbeing.

Skills

SEN support

Patient and adaptable

Strong communication

Teamwork

safeguarding knowledge

Job description

Supply Staff Ltd is seeking caring SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils with additional learning needs in primary schools around Nailsea, Somerset. Ideal candidates have prior experience supporting children and a passion for helping learners overcome barriers to progress.

Role involves assisting teachers with adapting activities, supporting communication and social development, and promoting positive behaviours.