SEND Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive Limited.; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive Limited is recruiting for a SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEND school in the DE15 area of Burton-on-Trent. The role supports pupils with autism, speech and language needs, and learning difficulties, with 1:1 and small-group support across a variety of SEND circumstances.

The position offers temp-to-perm opportunities, with the chance to secure a permanent placement within the school.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with a variety of complex SEND needs.
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support.
• Helping pupils access learning at an appropriate level.
• Supporting communication and social development.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Managing challenging behaviour calmly and consistently.
• Building trusting relationships with pupils.
• Supporting pupils with their individual education and care plans.
• Working alongside teachers and other SEND professionals.
• Creating a safe, positive and engaging learning environment.

Skills

SEND experience

Education

Experience with SEND

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant Specialist SEND School

Location: DE15, Burton-on-Trent
Start Date: Varies
Contract: Temp to Perm
Role: SEND Teaching Assistant

Do you have experience supporting children or young people with SEND?

Are you resilient, patient and able to remain calm when faced with challenging behaviour?

Would you like the opportunity to secure a permanent position within a specialist SEND school?

TeacherActive is currently recruiting experienced and passionate SEND Teaching Assistants to join a specialist SEND school in the DE15 area for both full time and part time roles.

The school supports children and young people with a variety of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Speech and Language Disorders, Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and behavioural difficulties.

These are temp-to-perm opportunities, making them ideal for Teaching Assistants looking to find the right school and progress into a permanent position.

Your Role Will Include:

• Supporting pupils with a variety of complex SEND needs
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Helping pupils access learning at an appropriate level
• Supporting communication and social development
• Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Managing challenging behaviour calmly and consistently
• Building trusting relationships with pupils
• Supporting pupils with their individual education and care plans
• Working alongside teachers and other SEND professionals
• Creating a safe, positive and engaging learning environment

The Successful SEND Teaching Assistant Will:

• Have relevant experience supporting children or young people with SEND
• Be confident supporting pupils with complex and varied needs
• Be resilient, patient and adaptable
• Have experience managing challenging behaviour
• Be comfortable working with pupils with ASD, MLD, SLD and communication needs
• Have strong relationship-building skills
• Be passionate about helping young people achieve their individual potential
• Be looking for a role where they can develop and potentially progress into a permanent position

Working with TeacherActive:

• Excellent temp-to-perm opportunities
• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement
• Access to specialist SEND opportunities
• CPD courses and certificates through My-Progression
• Market-leading rates of pay
• PAYE payment with no unnecessary admin charges
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.