Special Needs Teaching Assistant. Job in Crowborough Education & Training Jobs

Term Time Teachers; Crowborough; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistants to support children with profound learning difficulties. This role involves assisting with lesson planning, tracking progress, and ensuring the emotional well-being of students. The school promotes independence and challenges students to excel. Offering a supportive environment, this position is perfect for individuals who are passionate about making a difference in children's lives. Join a team that values flexibility and offers various benefits, including free parking and holiday pay, while contributing to a meaningful cause.

Benefits

Free parking

Flexibility

Refer a friend bonus

Optional pension

Holiday pay

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children with special needs is advantageous.
• Ability to provide two references within the last 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Assist with lesson planning and track student progress.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of pupils.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Understanding of emotional and psychological needs

Education

Right to Work in the UK

Enhanced DBS certificate

Job description

A school based in Crowborough is currently in need of Special Needs Teaching Assistants who are confident in supporting children with profound and multiple learning difficulties.

The school itself promotes independence and aspires to challenge their students to be the best they can be.

Your key responsibilities as a Special Needs Teaching Assistant:

• Assist with lesson planning, help organise classroom materials, and track progress.
• Be able to remain calm and composed if presented with challenging behaviour.
• Be understanding of the emotional and psychological needs of children with special needs.
• Strong communication skills to effectively engage with students and staff.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of pupils.

Requirements:

• Hold the Right to Work in the UK.
• Have an enhanced DBS certificate on the update service or be happy to apply.
• Relevant experience in the industry is advantageous but not essential.
• Be able to provide two references within the last 2 years.

Benefits:

• Free parking
• Flexibility
• Refer a friend and earn £75 for TA & £125 for Qualified Teacher
• Pension (optional)
• Holiday pay

Term Time Teachers are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; therefore, all applicants will be subject to a full face-to-face registration and an Enhanced DBS (Formerly known as CRB).