SEND 121 Teaching Assistant

Step Teachers; Banbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A teacher recruitment agency in the UK seeks SEND 1:1 Teaching Assistants for full-time or part-time roles to support pupils with special educational needs. The ideal candidates will have experience in educational settings, excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of support strategies. Benefits include a weekly payday, wellness services, and opportunities for professional growth. Join us to help children achieve their full potential and enjoy flexible working environments.

Benefits

Discounted high street shopping

Travel offers

Gym memberships

Comprehensive well-being services

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children with SEND in an educational setting.
• Strong understanding of strategies for supporting pupils with additional needs.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support for pupils with a range of SEND needs.
• Assist teachers in adapting lessons and resources.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment.

Skills

Experience with SEND

Communication skills

Patience

Empathy

Ability to build relationships

Understanding of educational strategies

Education

Relevant qualifications or willingness to undertake training

Job description

SEND 1:1 Teaching Assistants – Full-time or Part-time, starting as soon as possible

We are seeking dedicated SEND 1:1 Teaching Assistants to provide personalised support to pupils with special educational needs across a variety of school settings. These flexible opportunities are ideal for individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact and enjoy working closely with pupils to help them achieve their full potential.

Duties as SEND 1:1 Teaching Assistant:

• Provide one-to-one support for pupils with a range of SEND needs
• Assist teachers in adapting lessons and resources to meet individual requirements
• Support pupils’ social, emotional, and academic development
• Implement strategies outlined in individual education plans (IEPs)
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and other support staff

Ideal SEND 1:1 Teaching Assistant:

• Previous experience supporting children with SEND in an educational setting
• Strong understanding of strategies for supporting pupils with additional needs
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Patience, empathy, and excellent communication skills
• Relevant qualifications or willingness to undertake training
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one

Why Step Teachers?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.

We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment.

Class Actis committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering withClass Act are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self-employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.

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