SEND Teaching Assistants

Step Teachers Ltd; Mildenhall; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A teacher recruitment agency is seeking SEND Teaching Assistants in Mildenhall for flexible short-term and long-term opportunities. The role involves providing one-to-one and small group support, assisting teachers, and promoting an inclusive learning environment. Ideal candidates should have experience with SEND and strong communication skills. The position offers weekly PAYE salary and access to various perks like discounts on shopping and wellness services. Apply today for a rewarding opportunity.

Benefits

Discounted high street shopping

Gym memberships

Weekly PAYE salary

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting pupils with SEND.
• Understanding of strategies for supporting autism, ADHD, and communication difficulties.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEND.
• Assist teachers in delivering accessible learning activities.
• Promote an inclusive and positive learning environment.

Skills

Experience supporting pupils with SEND

Understanding of autism, ADHD, SEMH

Strong communication skills

Patience and empathy

Adaptability across school settings

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant – Flexible short-term and long-term opportunities available immediately

These flexible opportunities are ideal for support staff who enjoy variety and want to make a positive impact across different school settings. You will be supporting pupils in Mildenhall and the surrounding areas, helping them access learning and develop essential social, emotional, and academic skills.

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEND
• Assist teachers in delivering differentiated and accessible learning activities
• Help implement individual education plans and behaviour support strategies
• Support pupils with personal care needs where required
• Promote an inclusive and positive learning environment
• Monitor pupil progress and share observations with staff
• Contribute to wider school life during longer-term placements

Ideal SEND Teaching Assistant

• Previous experience supporting pupils with SEND
• Understanding of strategies for supporting needs such as autism, ADHD, SEMH, and communication difficulties
• Ability to build positive and nurturing relationships with pupils
• Patience, empathy, and strong communication skills
• Adaptability across different classrooms and school settings
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare
• Willingness to undertake relevant training and development

Why Step Teachers?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.

We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment.

Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self-employed or umbrella companies.

Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.

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