SEND Primary Teaching Assistant - Flexible, Long-Term Impact

Smile Education Recruitment; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Regular opportunities

Long-term placements

SEND experience

Competitive rates

Consultant support

Career development

Job summary

Smile Education Recruitment is seeking a Level 2 Teaching Assistant for a specialist primary SEND school in Lichfield. You will support pupils with a range of SEND needs, both in and out of the classroom, and help deliver inclusive learning activities under the guidance of teachers.

Successful candidates will be patient, caring, adaptable and possess strong communication and teamwork skills, with a genuine passion for helping children flourish and meet individual development goals.

Qualifications

• A minimum Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification.
• Experience working with children with additional needs is desirable.
• A patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting children with SEND.
• The ability to provide a minimum of two years' employment and/or education references.
• At least one reference must comment on your experience and interaction when working with children or young people.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one through Smile Education.

Responsibilities

• Support primary-aged pupils with a range of SEND needs.
• Provide support both in and outside of the classroom.
• Assist teachers with engaging, personalised and inclusive learning activities.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• Support children with communication, social, emotional and learning needs.
• Promote independence, confidence and personal development.
• Help create a safe, supportive and nurturing learning environment.
• Support pupils with their individual learning and development goals.
• Work closely with teachers and the wider school team.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Patience

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Smile Education Recruitment is seeking a Level 2 Teaching Assistant for a specialist primary SEND school in Lichfield. You will support pupils with a range of SEND needs, both in and out of the classroom, and help deliver inclusive learning activities under the guidance of teachers.

Successful candidates will be patient, caring, adaptable and possess strong communication and teamwork skills, with a genuine passion for helping children flourish and meet individual development goals.