SEND Support Assistant: Flexible 1:1 & Group Support

Ripple Education; Ashington; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Holiday pay

Flexible opportunities

SEND training access

Job summary

Ripple Education is seeking patient, compassionate SEND Support Assistants to work in Ashington and surrounding areas. The role involves 1:1 or small-group support, helping children with learning and development, and ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed.

Flexible, long-term placements with weekly pay and access to SEND training are available. Applicants with relevant Teaching Assistant or childcare qualifications and experience with SEND are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience working with children or young people.
• A patient, calm and compassionate approach.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• A good understanding of safeguarding.
• Willingness to undertake relevant SEND training and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1, small-group or classroom support.
• Support children with learning, communication and development.
• Help pupils develop independence, confidence and social skills.
• Adapt activities to meet individual needs and maintain safe safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Experience with children

Patience

Compassionate

Communication skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Teamwork

Training mindset

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Ripple Education is seeking patient, compassionate SEND Support Assistants to work in Ashington and surrounding areas. The role involves 1:1 or small-group support, helping children with learning and development, and ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed.

Flexible, long-term placements with weekly pay and access to SEND training are available. Applicants with relevant Teaching Assistant or childcare qualifications and experience with SEND are encouraged to apply.