SEND Teaching Assistant

Aura Education Services; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive school environment

Job summary

Aura Education is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support children with Special Needs in a prominent Liverpool primary SEND school for the full academic year. You will provide one-to-one support, help implement IEPs, and foster an inclusive learning environment.

Experience with autism is essential, along with strong communication and teamwork to collaborate with teachers, SENCO, and families. A genuine passion for helping children to develop confidence and skills is required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in supporting children with Special Needs, with a particular focus on autism spectrum disorder.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with students, families, and staff.
• Ability to adapt and be flexible to meet each student's unique requirements.
• Genuine passion for making a positive impact on the lives of children with Special Needs.

Responsibilities

• Providing one-on-one support to students with special educational needs, ensuring IEPs are met.
• Assisting classroom teachers in creating a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
• Implementing strategies to help students develop communication, social, and academic skills.
• Offering emotional support to children to build confidence and independence.
• Collaborating with SENCO to assess, plan, and monitor progress.

Skills

Experience with SEN (Autism)

Communication skills

Adaptability

Empathy

Team collaboration

Job description

Company: Aura Education

Location: Liverpool, L8

Job Type: Full-time

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm

Salary: Competitive daily rate of £100-£106 per day

Are you a dedicated and passionate Teaching Assistant with experience in supporting children with Special Needs, particularly those on the Autism spectrum?

Aura Education is recruiting for a prominent primary SEND school in the heart of Liverpool, they are looking for a skilled and compassionate individual to join their team for the entire academic year.

Responsibilities:

• Providing oneon-one support to students with special educational needs, ensuring their individualized education plans (IEPs) are met.
• Assisting classroom teachers in creating a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
• Implementing strategies to help students develop their communication, social, and academic skills.
• Offering emotional support to children, helping them build confidence and independence.
• Collaborating with the school's SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator) to assess, plan, and monitor the progress of students.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in supporting children with Special Needs, with a particular focus on autism spectrum disorder.
• A deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities that come with working in a Special Educational Needs environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with students, their families, and the school team.
• The ability to adapt and be flexible, ensuring that each student's unique requirements are met.
• A genuine passion for making a positive impact on the lives of children with Special Needs.

Benefits:

• Competitive daily rate of £100-£106 per day, dependent on experience and qualifications.
• The chance to work in a welcoming and inclusive school environment where every member of the team is valued.
• Professional development opportunities and training in Special Needs education.
• The satisfaction of contributing to the development and well-being of students with Special Needs.

Aura Education is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and fostering a workplace that respects all individuals