Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Academics; Camberley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant in Camberley. This rewarding role involves supporting children with Autism and various learning difficulties, providing essential care and guidance to help them thrive. You'll have the opportunity to work closely with experienced professionals, enhancing your skills and knowledge in a supportive environment. With a focus on personal development, this position offers clear career progression into roles such as Play Therapist or Special Needs Teacher. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

On-site Education and Training

Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

Supportive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting children with Autism and Speech, Language & Communication needs.
• Ability to work 1:1 and in small groups with students.

Responsibilities

• Assist the class teacher in providing the learning experience of students.
• Provide behaviour and pastoral support to students.
• Ensure safeguarding of students.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Compassion

Behaviour Support

Ability to Build Relationships

Education

Graduate in Psychology

Graduate in Art Therapy

Job description

Special Needs Assistant - Camberley - Education and Training - Graduate - Art Therapy - Psychology - Surrey - Education - SEN - £80-£100 per day

Do you have a passion for demonstrating the value of education, and supporting children with Autism and Speech, Language & Communication needs?

This specialist school based in Camberley is looking for a dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) to support children aged 4-17 with mild and moderate learning difficulties.

The Special Needs Teaching Assistant role is an excellent way to get your 'foot in the door', providing the opportunity to work closely and network with other teams of professionals, gaining relevant experience, and expanding your knowledge and skillset. The Special Needs LSA role will give you essential experience within a challenging yet rewarding setting.

Career progression routes include Play Therapist, Special Needs Teacher, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist and various Child Psychology and Educational Psychology routes.

A common feature for many children and young people with special educational needs is marginalisation and disadvantage, trauma, dysfunctional family relationships, low educational attainment and stigmatisation. Subsequently they face many barriers in life and are more 'at risk' of negative outcomes. As a Special Needs Teaching Assistant, you will be instrumental in providing consistency, and equipping children and young people with tools to ensure they feel safe, secure, empowered, and believe that they can succeed in life.

Job Role and Responsibilities of a Special Needs Teaching Assistant:

• Assist the class teacher in providing the learning experience of students
• Behaviour and pastoral support
• Ability to build robust and effective relationships with students
• Practical approach to meet the individual needs of students
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Caring, compassionate, and a good listener
• Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students
• Ensure safeguarding of students
• Attend staff meetings and complete appropriate CPD

**Start date ASAP - Camberley
**Excellent on-site education and training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all students
**Mon-Fri, 08:30 to 15:30, PAYE, term time only
**£80-£100 per day
**You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship
**Must be able to travel to Camberley and surrounding areas

Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate

Apply now or contact Eleanor Chessun-Lawrence at Academics Ltd:
01483 362 636 l [e-mail]

Special Needs Teaching Assistant - Camberley - Education and Training