SEND TA: Gentle, Sensory Support in Specialist Schools

PK Education Limited; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

PK Education Limited is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils in specialist schools across Sheffield. You will work one-to-one and with small groups, supporting learning through sensory resources and activities to help pupils engage and feel comfortable in class.

You will respond to behaviour calmly and consistently, working alongside the class teacher and wider team. Willingness to travel to placements within the Sheffield area may be required, and an enhanced DBS is preferred or

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEND in a school or equivalent setting.
• Patient, adaptable approach and experience supporting low-level challenging behaviour.
• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one to work in schools.
• Willingness to travel up to an hour to reach specialist school placements.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils one-to-one and in small groups, following individual needs and routines.
• Use sensory resources to encourage engagement, communication and regulation.
• Respond to behaviour calmly and consistently, working alongside the class teacher and wider team.
• Provide personal care when required, with dignity and respect.

Skills

Patient

Adaptable

Communication

Job description

PK Education Limited is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils in specialist schools across Sheffield. You will work one-to-one and with small groups, supporting learning through sensory resources and activities to help pupils engage and feel comfortable in class.

You will respond to behaviour calmly and consistently, working alongside the class teacher and wider team. Willingness to travel to placements within the Sheffield area may be required, and an enhanced DBS is preferred or