SEN Teaching assistant (SEN school)

TimePlan Education; Exeter; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Team Teach Training

Excellent rates of pay

Valuable classroom-based experience

Job summary

TimePlan Education on the outskirts of Exeter is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school. You will work 1-1 or in small groups with students who have SEMH/MLD, ASD or ADHD, supporting their academic and emotional needs in a safe learning environment.

The position is full-time, temporary to permanent, with a competitive daily rate and potential for permanent appointment. ASAP start and supportive career development are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience with secondary age students in specialist setting.
• Resilient and compassionate approach to challenging behaviour.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong organisational ability to prioritise workload.

Responsibilities

• Supporting secondary age students with SEMH and MLD on a 1-1 or small group basis
• Providing emotional and academic support to students
• Developing and delivering targeted interventions to meet individual needs
• Liaising with teachers and other professionals to ensure effective communication and collaboration
• Maintaining accurate records of student progress and achievement

Skills

SEMH experience

ASD support

MLD support

Resilience

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant - SEN school

Location: Outskirts of Exeter, UK

Salary: 95 per day depending on experience

Contract: Temporary to permanent position

Hours: Full-time (8.30am to 3.30pm, Monday to Friday)

Start date: ASAP

We are seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join an amazing specialist school on the outskirts of Exeter. The school has a nurturing approach to learning, and we require a dedicated and empathetic individual to work with secondary age students who have moderate learning needs.

The successful candidate will work on a 1-1 or small group basis with students who have communication and interaction needs such as ASD and ADHD who learn at primary level. You will be responsible for supporting students with their academic and emotional needs, ensuring they have access to a safe and supportive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• - Supporting secondary age students with SEMH and MLD on a 1-1 or small group basis
• - Providing emotional and academic support to students
• - Developing and delivering targeted interventions to meet individual needs
• - Liaising with teachers and other professionals to ensure effective communication and collaboration
• - Maintaining accurate records of student progress and achievement

Requirements

• - Experience of working with secondary age students with SEMH, ASD or MLD, preferably in a specialist setting
• - A resilient and compassionate approach to supporting students with challenging behaviour
• - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• - The ability to work effectively as part of a team
• - Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload

This is a full-time temporary to permanent position for the right candidate. We offer a competitive salary and a supportive and dynamic working environment. There is the opportunity for this role to become permanent.

Why work with TimePlan Education?

We were founded in 1989 and our staff have over 20 years' experience in SEND education so truly understand what schools and local authorities require to support the children in their care. We will work hard to support you throughout your assignment and help you to develop your existing skills. Our team will also always offer honest feedback to enhance your career in education.

When you join the TimePlan Education family, you not only have easy access to the best teaching jobs in the market, you'll benefit from having a team of education experts championing your career and caring about your success. Yes, we'll find you a classroom where you can flourish, but we'll also give your ongoing career support and professional development to ensure you're up to date with the latest teaching techniques and regularly check in with you to ensure you're happy and thriving.

Benefits to you

• Free Team Teach Training
• Excellent rates of pay.
• Valuable classroom-based experience

TimePlan Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years, and complete our online application followed by a video or face to face interview. TimePlan Education is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation.