SEN Teaching Assistant (Theatre Background)

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Ashford; On-site; GBP 1,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant (Theatre Background) to support students with Special Educational Needs in Ashford. This role involves utilizing creative talents to enhance learning experiences through drama and role-play, fostering an inclusive environment. Ideal candidates will have a background in theatre, experience with children, and strong interpersonal skills. Opportunities for professional development and career progression are available.

Benefits

Access to professional development opportunities

Supportive and inclusive school environment

Potential for career progression

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in educational or care settings.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Willingness to undergo enhanced background checks.

Responsibilities

• Incorporate drama and role-play into lessons to enhance learning.
• Offer tailored assistance to students with various SEN.
• Collaborate with teachers to implement individualised education plans.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Adaptability

Education

Background in theatre or performing arts

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant (Theatre Background)

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (Theatre Background)

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (Theatre Background)
Location: Ashford
Salary: £88.94 per day
Start: Immediate
Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time

Are you a theatre enthusiast eager to make a meaningful impact in education? GSL Education are on the lookout for a SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) with a background in theatre to join our dynamic team in Ashford.

This role offers the opportunity to utilise your creative talents to support students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), fostering their confidence and communication skills through the arts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Enhancing Learning Through Creativity: Incorporate drama and role-play into daily lessons to make learning more engaging and help students express themselves confidently.
• Personalised Support for Diverse Needs: Offer tailored assistance to students with various special educational needs (SEN), including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges.
• Collaborative Planning: Work closely with teachers and therapists to create and implement individualised education plans (IEPs) that cater to each student's unique requirements.
• Fostering an Inclusive Environment: Help establish a welcoming and supportive classroom atmosphere that encourages all students to participate and showcase their creativity.

Requirements:

• Background in theatre or performing arts, with a passion for creative education.
• Experience working with children or young people, preferably in an educational or care setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with students and staff.
• Patience, empathy, and adaptability to meet the diverse needs of students.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Willingness to undergo enhanced background checks, as required for working with children and vulnerable adults.
• Have anupdated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps)and anenhanced DBSregistered to theUpdate Service(or be willing to apply for one).
• Competitive daily rate of £88.94.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' lives through creative education.
• Supportive and inclusive school environment with a focus on staff well-being.
• Access to professional development opportunities, including training in SEN strategies and interventions.
• Potential for career progression within the educational setting.

If you are a passionateSEN TA eager to make a real difference in the lives of children inAshford, we invite you to apply today!

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the‘SEN TA’role, please click'apply now'to submit your full andup-to-date CVand one of our dedicated consultants, will be in touch.