SEND Teaching Assistant

TimePlan Education; Cromer; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

TimePlan Education is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming Year 3 classroom near Cromer, Norfolk, on a full-time temporary basis with potential for permanent placement.

You will work closely with the class teacher and the SEND team to provide one-to-one and small-group support, nurture communication, social and emotional development, and help pupils engage with learning in a calm, safe environment.

Qualifications

• Has previous experience in a SEND environment.
• Experience supporting pupils in a Year 3 class is desirable.
• Patient and able to engage with children with SEND.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils within a Year 3 SEND classroom.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support.
• Help pupils engage with learning and classroom activities.
• Support communication, social and emotional development.
• Foster independence, confidence, and positive behaviour.
• Create a calm, safe, nurturing learning environment.
• Collaborate with teachers and other professionals to ensure appropriate support.

Skills

Caring

Patience

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant - Year 3

Location: Near Cromer, Norfolk

Job Type: Full-time

Contract: Temporary, with potential for a permanent position

Agency: TimePlan Education

Are you an enthusiastic and caring Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding new opportunity?

We are currently seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive SEND school near Cromer, Norfolk, working within a Year 3 class.

This is a fantastic full-time opportunity, initially on a temporary basis, with the potential for the role to become permanent for the right candidate.

The Role

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher and wider team to support pupils with their learning, development and individual needs.

• Supporting pupils within a Year 3 SEND classroom.
• Providing one-to-one and small-group support where required.
• Helping pupils engage with learning and classroom activities.
• Supporting communication, social and emotional development.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive behaviour.
• Creating a calm, safe and nurturing learning environment.
• Working collaboratively with teachers and other professionals to ensure pupils receive the best possible support.

The Ideal Candidate

• Caring, patient and approachable.
• Has previous experience in a SEND environment
• Passionate about supporting children with SEND.
• Resilient and able to remain calm and positive.
• Enthusiastic and willing to get involved.
• A strong team player with excellent communication skills.
• Experienced in working with children with SEND or keen to develop their experience within a specialist setting.
• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or working within a SEND environment would be advantageous, but the right attitude and commitment are equally important.

Why Work With TimePlan Education?

At TimePlan Education, we are committed to supporting our candidates throughout their education careers. We work closely with schools to provide rewarding opportunities and help you find a role that suits your experience and ambitions.

This could be an excellent opportunity for an experienced TA looking for their next challenge, or someone looking to build a long-term career working within SEND education.

All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check where applicable.