SEND Teaching Assistant — Build Confidence & Independence

Outcomes First Group; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Flexible benefits (Vista)

Job summary

Outcomes First Group's Bluebank School in Derbyshire is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to help children and young people build confidence, independence and success in learning.

You don’t need all the answers; you’ll be caring, patient and willing to learn, supported by an experienced team, with 1:1 and small-group support, opportunities for outdoor activities and enrichment, and collaboration with teachers, therapists and colleagues to provide personalised progress.

Qualifications

• Caring, patient and compassionate, with a positive approach.
• Adaptable and resilient, able to respond calmly to different situations.
• A confident communicator who can build strong relationships.
• Enthusiastic about learning and developing their own skills.
• A team player who enjoys working collaboratively.
• Ready to bring energy, encouragement and positivity to every day.
• Driving licence is required

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to help pupils engage with learning and reach their individual goals.
• Build positive, trusting relationships that help young people feel safe, understood and confident.
• Support pupils with their communication, emotional wellbeing, behaviour and independence.
• Get involved in engaging classroom, outdoor and enrichment activities.
• Encourage pupils to try new things, develop new skills and recognise their achievements.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists and colleagues to provide consistent, personalised support.

Skills

Caring

Patience

Communication

Team player

Driving licence

Job description

Outcomes First Group's Bluebank School in Derbyshire is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to help children and young people build confidence, independence and success in learning.

You don’t need all the answers; you’ll be caring, patient and willing to learn, supported by an experienced team, with 1:1 and small-group support, opportunities for outdoor activities and enrichment, and collaboration with teachers, therapists and colleagues to provide personalised progress.