SEN Teaching Assistant — Temp-to-Perm, Immediate Start

Connex Education; Nailsea; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Weekly PAYE payments

Funding for qualifications

Care to Classroom progression

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Connex Education is recruiting three SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils with diverse needs in Nailsea and surrounding areas. The roles are full-time, initially 12 weeks temporary with a view to permanent from December, starting ASAP.

You will work across classes, providing one-to-one support, leading small-group interventions and assisting teachers to deliver inclusive learning. Prior SEND experience helps, but the right attitude and commitment are valued.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.
• A patient, positive and resilient approach.
• Willingness to complete safeguarding training if needed.
• Interest in supporting children with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to pupils with a range of additional learning needs.
• Deliver one-to-one support and facilitate small-group learning activities.
• Work across different classes to support teaching and learning.
• Promote pupils’ independence, confidence and engagement in the classroom.
• Support pupils’ emotional wellbeing, communication and social development.
• Follow guidance from class teachers, SENDCos and wider school team.
• Contribute to creating a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment.
• Adapt support strategies to meet individual pupil needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patience

Resilience

SEND awareness

Job description

Connex Education is recruiting three SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils with diverse needs in Nailsea and surrounding areas. The roles are full-time, initially 12 weeks temporary with a view to permanent from December, starting ASAP.

You will work across classes, providing one-to-one support, leading small-group interventions and assisting teachers to deliver inclusive learning. Prior SEND experience helps, but the right attitude and commitment are valued.