SEN Teaching Assistant (Term-Time) — Make a Difference

Teaching Vacancies; Newport; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcoming staff

Professional development

Rewarding role

Job summary

Medina House School in Newport is seeking an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant B to join our friendly team at School Lane.

You will support pupils with a diverse range of needs, work with teachers and therapists, and help pupils develop academically, socially and emotionally. The role is term-time, five days a week, with hours 8:30am to 3:00pm (Wednesday until 4:00pm).

We welcome applicants who are passionate about safeguarding and building positive relationships with families.

Qualifications

• Has genuine passion for supporting children with special educational needs.
• Can build positive and professional relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Is patient, adaptable and resilient.
• Works effectively as part of a team.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with learning activities under supervision of teaching staff.
• Assist with SEN-specific strategies and therapies as directed by teachers and therapists.
• Contribute to a safe and inclusive classroom environment.
• Monitor pupil progress and behaviour to support individual development.

Skills

Passion for SEND

Relationship building

Patience & resilience

Team player

Safeguarding

Job description

Medina House School in Newport is seeking an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant B to join our friendly team at School Lane.

You will support pupils with a diverse range of needs, work with teachers and therapists, and help pupils develop academically, socially and emotionally. The role is term-time, five days a week, with hours 8:30am to 3:00pm (Wednesday until 4:00pm).

We welcome applicants who are passionate about safeguarding and building positive relationships with families.