Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Senad Group; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An education organization is seeking a Teaching Assistant for Rowden House School in Herefordshire. This role involves supporting students with severe learning disabilities, autism, and challenging behaviors. Candidates should possess patience and the ability to work under pressure. No specific prior experience is required, as the organization provides training. The position offers a rewarding environment in the Herefordshire countryside and paid induction. Successful applicants will be dedicated to safeguarding and promoting students' wellbeing.

Benefits

Paid induction and training time

Beautiful working environment

Varied job role

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is preferable, but not required.
• Must have ability to work under pressure.
• Natural respect for the dignity and individuality of the students.

Responsibilities

• Support the teacher with preparation and classroom duties.
• Provide support for students in care, education, and health.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young adults.
• Assist the teacher in supervising children during activities.
• Help implement programs developed by professionals.

Skills

Patience

Ability to work under pressure

Respect for dignity and individuality of students

Job description

• Hours 35 hours per week - 8.30am – 4.00pm – Term Time Only

Description Rowden House School is close to the market town of Bromyard. Due to the rural location of the home, you will need your own transport.

Rowden House School in Herefordshire provides individualised care and education programmes for children and young people aged 11 to 19 years, with severe learning disabilities, autism and challenging behaviours.

We are seeking patient and even-tempered Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team. Ideally you will have experience in a similar role, but applicants who are new to this area will be considered as we are able to offer an outstanding training package. You must however, have the ability to work under pressure and a natural respect for the dignity and individuality of the students.

What does the role involve?

• Supporting the teacher with preparation, display and general classroom duties, including the organisation and development of class planning.
• Providing support for students in all aspects of care, education and health.
• Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults at all times.
• Assisting the teacher with the supervision of the children or group of children during class activities, at lunchtimes, moving around the campus and surrounding areas, and activities away from the classroom.
• Assisting at an appropriate level with the implementation of the programmes and management strategies in place for the pupils as developed by appropriate professionals, e.g. physiotherapist, speech therapist, psychologist.

What can we offer you?

• A beautiful working environment in the Herefordshire countryside
• Paid induction and training time
• A rewarding and varied job role

The SENAD Group is dedicated to equality of opportunity in all areas of work, education and care.

Rowden House School, West Midlands Learning Campus, Bromyard, Herefordshire HR7 4LS