Special Needs Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive Limited.; Dawlish; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily pay rate

Training opportunities

Collaborative environment

Impact on students

Job summary

TeacherActive Limited. is seeking a Special Needs Teaching Assistant for a school in Dawlish. The role involves supporting secondary-aged pupils with a range of needs, including autism, ADHD and learning difficulties, within an inclusive setting.

You will provide individualized support, help prepare learning materials, implement IEPs, and assist with maintaining positive behavior and safeguarding. Training and development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with special needs is desirable.
• A patient, caring, and resilient nature.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing individualized support to students and small groups
• Assisting with classroom activities and preparing learning materials
• Implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) and tracking progress
• Encouraging positive behavior and social interaction
• Offering personal care and assistance as required

Job description

Exciting Opportunity: Special Needs Teaching Assistant in Dawlish!

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people? Do you have the dedication, patience, and compassion to support students with special needs? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for you!

Location: Special Needs School, Dawlish

Age Group: Secondary-Aged Pupils

About the Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and caring Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join our team in Dawlish. Our school provides specialized education for secondary-aged students with a range of special educational needs, including:

• Autism
• Asperger's Syndrome
• ADHD
• Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
• Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
• Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in offering personalized support to our students, helping them to reach their full potential in a supportive and inclusive setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing individualized support to students and small groups
• Assisting with classroom activities and preparing learning materials
• Implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) and tracking progress
• Encouraging positive behavior and social interaction
• Offering personal care and assistance as required

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay rate of £92.63 to £105.36
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• A collaborative and friendly work environment
• The chance to make a real impact on the lives of young people

Requirements

• Experience working with children or young people with special needs is highly desirable
• A patient, caring, and resilient nature
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.