SEND Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching; Houghton-le-Spring; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational supply agency is seeking a passionate and resilient 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support pupils with varied Special Educational Needs (SEN) in Sunderland. The role involves individual support for primary school pupils and collaboration with class teachers to create tailored learning experiences. Candidates should have a relevant qualification and experience in UK schools. This full-time, temporary position lasts until July 2026 and offers a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on children's lives.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children in schools in the UK.
• Hold Right to Work in the UK.
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate.

Responsibilities

• Support Primary School aged pupils with varied SEN on a 1:1 basis.
• Work alongside Class Teacher to plan learning activities.
• Develop understanding of different pupils' needs.

Skills

Building positive relationships

Resilience

Proactive nature

Education

Supporting Teaching and Learning or Childcare-based Qualification

Job description

1:1 Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching is looking for a passionate, resilient and enthusiastic 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support the learning of pupils with varied SEN in one of our inspirational Primary School in Sunderland on a full-time basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to build positive relationships with pupils on a 1:1 basis and have a long-term, positive impact on their lives, progress and development.

About the Role

• The role will involve supporting Primary School aged pupils with varied SEN and challenging behaviour on a 1:1 basis around School and in all of their lessons. The different types of SEN that pupils have may include ASD, ADHD, SEMH, MLD and PMLD.
• The role will also involve working alongside the Class Teacher to plan and deliver inspiring learning activities that are suited to the needs and learning style of pupils.
• A key part of the role will be to develop an understanding of the different needs and learning styles of different pupils within the classroom, working closely alongside Class Teachers and colleagues to establish this.
• The role will also involve supporting across the School at break times and lunchtimes as required.

About the Setting

• The role is based in an inspirational primary school setting in Sunderland.
• The School supports pupils across the Primary School age range and there are opportunities to support pupils across all years groups depending on your preference and specialism.
• The School has an outstanding supportive culture and Leadership Team, where staff work as a Team within classrooms to provide high standards of support to pupils.

Pay, Hours and Contract

• Pay - Between 80-100 per day
• Hours - 08.30-15:30
• Contract - Full-time until the end of the Academic Year in July 2026. Temporary Contract.
• Start Date - After Feb Half Time
• Location - Sunderland

Experience/Qualifications and Requirements

• A Supporting Teaching and Learning or Childcare-based Qualification (designed as preferred)
• Experience of working with Children in Schools in the UK
• An ability to build positive relationships and a rapport with pupils and staff.
• A resilient, proactive, and positive nature
• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Ability to drive and access to a car (designed as preferred)
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
• Provide two professional references that cover the last two years

About Prospero

• Prospero Teaching is a Supply Agency that has branches across the world. We provide day-to-day, short-term and long-term cover.
• We also offer a range of free CPD Certified Training to allow you to keep your skills, knowledge and understanding current and up to date.

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