SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)

Veritas Education Recruitment Ltd; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education Recruitment Ltd in West Yorkshire is seeking an enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils across mainstream and specialist schools.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, assist with pupils with SEND, and help implement EHCPs and personalised strategies while collaborating with teachers, SENCOs, parents and external professionals.

Qualifications

• Experience with children, young people or care/support settings.
• Patience, empathy and resilience; calm under challenging behaviour.
• Ability to build positive relationships and understand pupil needs.
• Flexible, adaptable and a strong team player.
• GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths.
• Enhanced DBS check is mandatory; support with process provided.
• Specialist training (Team Teach, Safeguarding) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support in the classroom.
• Support pupils with autism, ADHD and complex learning needs.
• Adapt activities and resources to meet individual needs.
• Support implementation of EHCPs and personalised strategies.
• Promote positive behaviour and de-escalation techniques.
• Monitor and record pupil progress, behaviour and wellbeing.
• Log communications with parents on data platforms.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, parents and external professionals.

Skills

Patient

Empathetic

Resilient

Communication

Teamwork

Education

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Job description

Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)

The Role:

Enthusiastic and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants support pupils across mainstream and specialist schools throughout West Yorkshire. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about supporting children and young people with SEND, helping them access learning, develop independence and reach their full potential.

Direct Support:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support within the classroom.
• Support pupils with Autism, ADHD, communication and complex learning needs.
• Adapt learning activities and resources to meet individual needs.
• Support the implementation of EHCPs, Individual Behaviour Plans and personalised strategies.
• Promote positive behaviour and use appropriate de-escalation techniques when required.
• Provide emotional, social and pastoral support.
• Assist with personal care or physical needs where required and appropriate.
• Monitor and record pupil progress, behaviour and well-being.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, parents/carers and external professionals.
• Update daily behaviour and progress trackers.
• Log communications with parents and carers onto appropriate data platforms.

Requirements:

• Experienced working with children, young people, vulnerable individuals or within care/support settings - paid or voluntary experience is welcomed.
• Able to be patient, empathetic and resilient. Calm and confident when managing challenging behaviour.
• Able to build positive relationships and understand individual pupil needs and triggers.
• Flexible and willing to adapt to changing needs and circumstances.
• A strong communicator and effective team player.
• Qualified to at least GCSE/equivalent in English and Maths.
• Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is mandatory. (We can help advise on this)
• Specialist training/ qualifications (Team Teach, Safeguarding Certificates etc)

Why Choose Veritas Education:

• Market leading Education Recruitment company covering the West Yorkshire area.
• Over 80 different CPD online training courses available to all our supply, long term and permanent staff members.
• A range of different work avenues across SEN, Primary, Secondary and Early Years.
• An experienced consultant available at all times to help with any queries, questions or support in your next career steps!

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'