SEND Learning Support Assistant

TeacherActive; Cotswold District; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Market leading daily rates

24/7 consultant support

PAYE payroll

Referral scheme £100

Job summary

Teacher Active is partnering with Worcester schools to recruit an SEND Teaching Assistant / Behaviour Support Assistant to support learners with SEND and SEMH. You will work with teachers and therapists to develop personalised support plans and implement strategies to de-escalate challenging situations.

You will support 1:1 and small groups, adapt lessons to individual needs, and contribute to creating a safe, calm learning environment.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification and/or a minimum of 6 months’ experience in an educational establishment
• A calm, patient and caring persona
• Good understanding of child protection and safeguarding guidelines
• Experience in working with supporting students in their education on a 1:1 and a small group basis
• Effective communication with members of internal staff

Responsibilities

• Develop personalised support plans for each student
• De-escalate challenging situations and promote a safe learning environment
• Assist teachers to develop and deliver engaging lessons
• Provide 1:1 and small group learning support to students with additional needs
• Collaborate with teachers and therapists to support SEMH/SEND students

Skills

Calm demeanor

Safeguarding knowledge

1:1 and small group support

Effective communication

Education

Level 3 qualification

Job description

West Midlands/ temporary / £95 - 110 per day

Teacher Active is proud to be working with schools in Worcester that support vulnerable students with SEND/Special Educational Needs and Disabilites and SEMH/Social Emotional Mental Health needs ranging from Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) to Challenging behaviour. The schools cater to children and students with needs such as disruptive behaviour, outbursts of verbal and physical frustration, ADHD and Autism.

The schools we work with pride themselves in offering a range of support to their student by creating a calm and supportive atmosphere, this encourages the young minds to believe, achieve and succeed in anything they set out for. By building and strengthening healthy relationships with teachers, it allows the school to obtain outstanding performances and results to provide quality outcomes for the future of their students.

As an SEND Teaching Assistant / Behaviour Support Assistant you will be working with students, teachers and therapists to develop personalized support plans for each student while implementing strategies to de-escalate challenging situations and promote a safe learning environment. You will assist teachers to develop and deliver engaging lessons tailored to each individual students abilities, learning styles and needs while frequently carrying out 1:1 and group learning support to students with additional needs. Working with students with SEMH, you will look after their physical, social and mental welfare by creating a safe environment for them and adapting your teaching support according to the students’ needs.

The schools are looking for a dedicated and passionate SEMH/SEND Teaching Assistant that can fill day to day, short term, and long term placements. They provide an abundance of experience, which can allow you to grow as a teacher while being paid at market leading rates. We have experienced and dedicated SEND Consultants choosing placements that suit your availability, preference and skills.

The ideal TA / Teaching Assistant should have the following:

• Level 3 qualified and/or a minimum of 6 months’ experience in an educational establishment (Not Qualified? Apply Anyway!)
• A calm, patient and caring persona
• A good understanding of child protection and safeguarding guidelines
• Experience in working with supporting students in their education on a 1:1 and a small group basis
• Effective communication with members of internal staff

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and conditions apply*
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme- Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend *Terms and Conditions apply*

All our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of Tax and National Insurance, and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard-earned cash.

CONTACT NUMBER: 0121 200 3224

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.