SEND Teaching Assistants Sense Education

Sense Education Limited; Whitehaven; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate SEND Teaching Assistants to join a dedicated team in a warm, welcoming school. This full-time role involves supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, assisting in their learning and personal development. The ideal candidate will possess relevant qualifications and a genuine passion for helping children thrive. With opportunities for professional development and a supportive environment, this position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students. If you are flexible, empathetic, and committed to fostering student independence, we invite you to apply.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Access to sensory resources

Flexible part-time options

Qualifications

• Passion for working with children with SEND.
• Experience in supporting students with SEMH, ASD, ADHD, etc.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering individualised learning plans for students.
• Promote student independence and support their sensory needs.

Skills

Empathy

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Experience with SEND

Education

Care, Health and Social Care qualifications

Relevant qualification in the SEND sector

Tools

Makaton

AAC

Job description

We are looking for compassionate and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to join our team and make a positive impact on the lives of students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). If you’re passionate about working with children and have a heart for helping those with complex needs, we would love to hear from you.

At Sense Education, we understand that every child is unique, and we are looking for someone who can bring their skills, creativity, and dedication to support students’ growth and development.

The Role

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils with a variety of needs, including SEMH, ASD, Epilepsy, PMLD, ADHD, communication difficulties, and more. Your primary responsibility will be to assist in the delivery of individualised learning plans, helping students access their curriculum and develop life skills in a supportive and nurturing environment.

You will work alongside a talented and dedicated team of professionals, including occupational therapists and specialists in alternative methods of communication such as Makaton and AAC, as well as support pupils’ sensory needs with immersion rooms and rebound therapy.

In addition, depending on the needs of the students, there may be an element of personal care involved, so flexibility and a caring approach are essential. You will be instrumental in promoting student independence, ensuring they feel safe, valued, and able to achieve their full potential.

The Ideal Person

We are looking for individuals who have a genuine passion for working with children with SEND. Experience in supporting students with SEMH, ASD, ADHD, communication difficulties, and other SEND needs would be an advantage, though a willingness to learn and develop your skills is just as important.

The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications, such as:

• Care, Health and Social Care qualifications
• Or any other relevant qualification in the SEND sector

Experience or knowledge of alternative methods of communication, such as Makaton or AAC, will be highly valued.

Most importantly, you should possess a kind, empathetic nature with a commitment to supporting students in their development.

The School

This role is based in a warm and welcoming school in Whitehaven, known for its supportive environment and dedication to the development of students with SEND. The school boasts a range of facilities, including sensory and immersion rooms, that help support the varied needs of its pupils. The team is made up of professionals who are passionate about ensuring every child thrives and develops their skills in an inclusive environment.

Hours

This is a full-time position, working Monday to Friday, from 8.30 am to 3.30 pm. We are also open to applications for part-time candidates allowing flexibility to meet your availability.

The Benefits

• Opportunities for professional development and training
• A supportive and friendly team environment
• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of children with SEND
• Access to a variety of resources, including sensory rooms and rebound therapy

Join us in making a difference!

Safeguarding children is an integral part of what we do and we have a stringent safer recruitment process. We undertake checks on all the candidates we work with. As such we require a current Enhanced DBS Disclosure for everyone working in Schools. If you do not have a subscription to the DBS Update Service, you may be required to complete a new DBS application as part of the registration process. If you take a temporary role with Sense Education you will be paid on a weekly basis. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position but long term. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available.

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