SEND Teaching Assistant

Connex Education Partnership; Stonehouse; Sur place; GBP 18 000 - 21 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive pay

Weekly PAYE

Flexible supply options

SEND Toolkit access

Professional development

Wellbeing support

Dedicated consultant

Résumé du poste

Connex Education Partnership is seeking caring SEND Teaching Assistants for flexible supply across Gloucestershire specialist schools. You will support pupils with SEND, including autism and complex needs, in a nurturing, patient way.

Opportunities include day-to-day supply, part-time or longer placements. Prior SEND experience is desirable; transferable care or youth-work skills are welcome. DBS and training available.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people is desirable.
• A patient, compassionate and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Genuine interest in supporting children with SEND.
• Confidence adapting to different learning and sensory needs.
• Positive, proactive and flexible attitude.
• Willingness to undertake training and CPD.
• An Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willingness to apply for one.

Responsabilités

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Help pupils access classroom activities and engage with learning at their own pace.
• Support development of communication, social interaction and independence.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and encourage participation.
• Adapt approach to meet individual learning and sensory needs.
• Use calm, consistent strategies to support wellbeing and engagement.
• Assist teachers with activities and learning targets.
• Work with staff to provide consistent support.
• Maintain a safe, structured, inclusive learning environment.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and school policies.

Connaissances

Patient demeanor

Strong communication

Team player

Willing to train

Resilient

Adaptability

Description du poste

SEND Teaching Assistants – Gloucestershire

Location: Stonehouse and surrounding Gloucestershire areas

Pay: £100–£115 per day PAYE (depending on experience)

About the role

Connex Education are seeking caring, patient and enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistants for flexible supply opportunities across specialist schools and educational provisions in Gloucestershire.

Whether you are looking for day-to-day supply, a few days a week or a longer-term placement, we have opportunities to suit a range of availability. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience supporting children and young people with additional needs in specialist educational environments.

You will be supporting pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including autism, complex learning needs, communication difficulties and sensory processing needs. Some pupils may require additional support with social interaction, emotional regulation and developing independence.

We are looking for individuals who understand the importance of a patient, consistent and nurturing approach. You will work alongside experienced teachers and support staff to help pupils access learning, communicate effectively and develop essential life skills in a safe, structured and inclusive environment.

Previous SEND experience is desirable, although we also welcome applicants with transferable skills from care, youth work or other support-based roles who are keen to develop their experience within specialist education.

Your Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Help pupils access classroom activities and engage with learning at their own pace.
• Support the development of communication, social interaction and independence.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and encourage confidence and participation.
• Adapt your approach to meet individual learning, communication and sensory needs.
• Use calm, consistent and positive strategies to support pupils’ wellbeing and engagement.
• Assist teachers with classroom activities and the implementation of individual learning targets.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other support staff to provide consistent support.
• Help maintain a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and school policies at all times.

Requirements

• Experience working with children or young people is desirable, particularly within SEND, education, care or support settings.
• A patient, compassionate and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A genuine interest in supporting children and young people with additional needs.
• Confidence adapting to different learning, communication and sensory needs.
• A positive, proactive and flexible attitude.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A willingness to undertake relevant training and continuous professional development.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one through Connex Education.

Benefits of joining Connex Education

• Competitive daily pay rates.
• Weekly PAYE pay – no umbrella companies.
• Flexible day-to-day supply, short-term and long-term opportunities.
• Opportunities to gain experience within specialist SEND settings.
• Free access to our SEND Toolkit and professional development resources.
• Funded training and qualifications to support your career development.
• Wellbeing support and ongoing guidance.
• A dedicated specialist consultant to support your career journey.

Connex Education Partnership is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.