SEND Teaching Assistant

Hoople; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational trust in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support children's learning and development. The ideal candidate should have the Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification and experience working with children in educational settings. The role involves providing tailored support and supervision during lunch breaks. The Trust emphasizes a supportive environment for personal and professional development, alongside a strong commitment to safeguarding children.

Benefits

Opportunities for high quality CPD

Supportive leadership team

Motivated staff and supportive governors

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a primary school setting or specialist provision.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to children in their educational development.
• Supervise lunchtime and assist with related tasks.

Skills

Patience

Friendly attitude

Determination

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent

Job description

Job details

Working hours : Monday to Friday 8.50am – 3.20pm (inclusive of 30 minutes lunchtime supervision per day)

The ideal candidate needs to be patient, with a warm and friendly attitude and have the passion and determination to help a child to succeed.

To be considered for this SEND Teaching Assistant position you will need to have experience of working with children in either a primary school setting or in a specialist provision. You should also have a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent qualification.

We can offer you :

• many opportunities for high quality CPD
• a strong forward-thinking leadership team
• highly motivated staff and supportive governors

Safeguarding :

Shropshire Church of England Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils and expects all those working at the Trust or within its schools to share this commitment.

The Trust is required under law and guidance to check the criminal background of all employees.

Decisions to appoint will be subject to consideration of an Enhanced Disclosure, including a Barred List check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Because of the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).

The successful applicant will be required to complete a confidential medical questionnaire. The Trust may carry out an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. This may help identify any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online, which we may wish to explore with you at interview.

Shropshire Church of England Academies Trust is committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion.