SEND Teaching Assistant

Keys Group; Colchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nest enhanced pension scheme

Staff referral scheme (Refer a friend)

Job summary

Keys Education is seeking a SEND Assistant to support effective SEND provision across the school, removing barriers to learning and enabling pupils to progress. You will work with the SENDCO, teaching, pastoral and Clinical Teams to implement strategies and ensure consistent practice in classrooms.

Role involves assisting with learning activities, managing behaviour in line with policy, and contributing to pupil progress records.

Qualifications

• Two years' experience in a SEND environment or similar provision.
• A Level 3 TA qualification is advantageous.
• Enhanced DBS check required.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Assist pupils with learning activities, adapting support to individual needs under teacher guidance.
• Support pupils' social, emotional, and behavioural development using trauma-informed approaches.
• Help manage behaviour in line with the school's behaviour policy and Staff Code of Conduct.
• Encourage pupil engagement and independence in learning tasks.
• Assist with classroom organisation and preparation of resources.
• Support record-keeping and monitoring of pupil progress as directed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly learning environment.

Skills

SEND experience

Trauma-informed approaches

Behaviour management

Education

Level 3 TA qualification

Job description

To support the effective implementation of SEND provision across the school by removing barriers to learning, enabling pupils to access the curriculum and supporting them to make meaningful progress. The SEND Assistant supports the SENDCO in ensuring that provision for all pupils is consistently applied, appropriately adapted and aligned to individual needs within class. This includes supporting the use of pupil passports within classroom practice, embedding environmental adjustments and zoning, and working alongside the Clinical Team to implement strategies informed by Occupational Therapy and Speech and Language Therapy guidance. The role works collaboratively with the SENDCo, teaching staff, pastoral team and Clinical Team to deliver coordinated support, including supporting staff to consistently implement strategies, ensuring pupils are able to engage in learning and achieve positive outcomes.,

• Assist pupils with learning activities, adapting support to individual needs under teacher guidance
• Support pupils' social, emotional, and behavioural development using trauma-informed approaches
• Help manage behaviour in line with the school's behaviour policy and Staff Code of Conduct
• Encourage pupil engagement and independence in learning tasks
• Assist with classroom organisation and preparation of resources
• Support record-keeping and monitoring of pupil progress as directed
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and orderly learning environment
  A committed and passionate view of students with SEND
• At least two years' experience minimum of working in a SEND environment or similar unit/provision
• A level 3 TA qualification is advantageous, We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts require an enhanced DBS check.
  Salary: £26,228 - £27,593 | Full Time (37.5 hours/week), NEST enhanced pension scheme
• Staff Referral Scheme - Refer a friend to join Keys and split a £500 referral bonus between you
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Access to a blue light discount card
• Fully funded training and qualifications for all colleagues
• Enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications
• Employee benefits scheme such as wellbeing app and a range of discounts
• Life assurance

Keys Education is a national network of alternative learning solutions and pathways, designed to support learners with diverse needs to achieve their goals and realise their potential. It helps individuals with support needs build stability, resilience, and a sense of belonging through Connected Support.