SEN Teaching Assistant - Swindon

Academics Ltd; Swindon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking primary school in Swindon is seeking a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to make a significant impact on the lives of children with special educational needs. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced educators and specialists, providing invaluable experience for those pursuing careers in psychology, therapy, or education. The ideal candidate will be empathetic, patient, and dedicated to helping children overcome their barriers to learning. With excellent support and training available, this position is perfect for those eager to contribute positively to the lives of young learners.

Benefits

On-site parking

Excellent transport links

Specialist training and support

Qualifications

• Dedicated and caring individual with a genuine desire to help children with SEN.
• Experience working with children with special educational needs is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support children with special educational needs in a primary school setting.
• Collaborate with teachers and therapists to implement educational strategies.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Experience with Autism

Education

Relevant Degree in Psychology or Education

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Primary School - Swindon

Inclusive Mainstream Primary School

Are you passionate about significantly improving the life of a young learner with special educational needs? Would you like to be the difference that enables a child with educational needs to overcome their barriers? A fulfilling SEN Teaching Assistant role for future psychologists, therapists, counsellors and SENCOs has become available to provide invaluable experience for future careers.

A highly-regarded primary school in Swindon are searching for an SEN Teaching Assistant to be employed on an immediate and long-term basis. The SEN child has an educational, health and care plan (EHCP) that details specific targets, outcomes and strategies for the child. The SEN Teaching Assistant role demands a dedicated and caring individual who will be patient and take time to understand the specific needs of the SEN child. The primary school are looking for an SEN Teaching Assistant who is charismatic, empathetic and demonstrates a genuine desire to make a positive impact to children with SEN. Previous experience with working with children with Autism is admirable for this SEN Teaching Assistant position.

This is a tremendous opportunity for obtaining experience within the Special Needs and Mental Health sector as you will have the chance in your role as an SEN Teaching Assistant to observe, work-alongside and collaborate with speech and language therapists, educational psychologists, occupational therapists and teachers with SEN specialisms.

• SEN Teaching Assistant
• Previous experience working with Special Needs desired
• ASAP Start
• Swindon
• Full-Time 8:30am - 3:30pm
• 84 - 95 per day

The widely-regarded primary school has excellent transport links and has on-site parking. The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will need to be fully committed to the child on a long-term basis. The SEN Teaching Assistant will be working extremely closely with the class teacher and SENCO, therefore being provided with specialist and expert support and training that will be vital for your personal development.

To apply for this SEN Teaching Assistant position, please submit your CV to this advert.

SEN Teaching Assistant - Swindon

SEN Teaching Assistant - Swindon

SEN Teaching Assistant - Swindon