SEND Teaching Assistant: Autism & SEMH Support

AMA Admin; Haywards Heath; Presencial; GBP 13.000 - 17.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Milk Education is seeking a compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to support students in a specialist school for Autism and related needs in Haywards Heath. You will help with learning, wellbeing and personal development in a caring environment.

Ideal candidates will have SEN experience, a Level 2 or above in support work for teaching, GCSEs in Maths and English, and a good understanding of safeguarding. A patient, individualised approach is essential.

Formación

• Experience working with children with SEN in recent years.
• Level 2 qualification in Support Work for Teaching & Learning in Schools (desirable).
• GCSEs in Maths and English (C / 4 or Functional Skills Level 2).
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection principles.
• Knowledge or experience of working with children with SEN, SEMH, or ASD.
• Ability to provide consistent, patient support and treat every child as an individual.

Responsabilidades

• Supporting children with learning and general wellbeing, helping them feel safe and confident.
• Using positive behaviour management techniques to support challenging behaviour where needed, tailored to individual children.
• Contributing to risk assessments and behaviour support strategies to help children access education and develop life skills.
• Building positive, warm, and supportive relationships with pupils to encourage independence, personal development, and enjoyment in learning.
• Assisting the class teacher with planning and delivering engaging, differentiated activities to meet the needs of all learners.
• Being flexible and ready to support wherever needed, as SEN environments often require a hands-on and adaptable approach.

Descripción del empleo

Milk Education is seeking a compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to support students in a specialist school for Autism and related needs in Haywards Heath. You will help with learning, wellbeing and personal development in a caring environment.

Ideal candidates will have SEN experience, a Level 2 or above in support work for teaching, GCSEs in Maths and English, and a good understanding of safeguarding. A patient, individualised approach is essential.