SEND Teaching Assistant - Needed In Coleshill

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Rugby; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment in Warwickshire / Coleshill is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEND, working closely with teachers and specialists to foster an inclusive learning environment. You will help pupils reach their potential and contribute to a positive school culture.

The role involves one-to-one and small-group support, adapting activities, and promoting inclusion while following safeguarding procedures and school policies. Training and support are provided.

Qualifications

• Has genuine passion for supporting children with SEND.
• Patient, empathetic, adaptable and enthusiastic.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Team player with initiative.
• Committed to inclusion and pupil success.
• SEND experience desirable; training available.

Responsibilities

• Providing one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Supporting learners’ learning, communication, social development and emotional wellbeing.
• Assisting teachers in delivering engaging and accessible lessons.
• Promoting positive behaviour, independence and inclusion.
• Adapting activities and resources to meet individual learning needs.
• Supporting pupils with personal care where required.
• Building positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• Following safeguarding procedures and the school's policies at all times.

Skills

Passion for SEND

Patience

Empathy

Adaptable

Enthusiastic

Communication

Teamwork

Initiative

Inclusion

SEND experience

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: Warwickshire / Coleshill

Recruitment Agency: Tradewind Recruitment

School Trust: Unity Multi-Academy Trust (Unity MAT)

Contract: Full-time / Part-time opportunities

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Make a difference every day as a SEND Teaching Assistant!

Role

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and other professionals to support pupils with special educational needs and disabilities. You will help create a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment where every pupil is encouraged to reach their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Providing one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.


• Supporting pupils with their learning, communication, social development and emotional wellbeing.


• Assisting teachers in delivering engaging and accessible lessons.


• Promoting positive behaviour, independence and inclusion.


• Adapting activities and resources to meet individual learning needs.


• Supporting pupils with personal care where required and appropriate.


• Building positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.


• Following safeguarding procedures and the school's policies at all times.

Ideal Candidate

• Has a genuine passion for supporting children and young people with SEND.


• Is patient, empathetic, adaptable and enthusiastic.


• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Can work effectively as part of a team and use their own initiative.


• Is committed to promoting inclusion and helping every pupil succeed.


• Has previous experience working with children or young people with SEND (desirable, but not essential if training and support are available).

Safeguarding and Compliance

Tradewind Recruitment and Unity MAT are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to complete the appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references, in accordance with the role and current safeguarding requirements.